St. Johns Public Schools will need to make difficult funding decisions after voters rejected a bond proposal that would have funded infrastructure improvements and security measures.
- St. Johns Public Schools must make tough funding choices after voters rejected a bond proposal meant to improve infrastructure and security.
- Superintendent Anthony Berthiaume expressed disappointment and noted that general funds may now be used, possibly requiring cuts at the secondary level.
- The district plans to reflect and regroup, with a future bond proposal likely needed to meet long-term facility and student needs.
WATCH ST. JOHNS SUPERINTENDENT SPEAK ON IMPACT OF FAILED BOND VOTE
St. Johns school bond fails, district faces tough funding choices
“It’s humbling. It’s one of those feeling where you let people down,” said Superintendent Anthony Berthiaume.
Nearly 4,000 voters said no to the bond proposal on Tuesday. One voter at the polls told me the cost was too high for him to take on.
“Community members want more money in their wallets to pay for stuff,” said Berthiaume…