Mountainair Public Schools Bond Information
🏫 SB9 (Public School Capital Improvements – “Two-Mill Levy”)
- No new taxes – this bond does not raise taxes; it simply continues existing funding.
- Supports maintenance and upkeep – funds are used to keep our schools clean, safe, and functional.
- Protects local investment – Funds ensure roofs, heating/cooling, plumbing, and essential systems are maintained.
- Stable funding source – The Two-Mill Levy provides predictable dollars to address ongoing needs without relying solely on the state.
🏗️ Mill Levy for a New Elementary School
- New PreK–5 Elementary School – Funds expected to be used to replace our aging elementary with a modern, safe facility.
- Includes student spaces – new classrooms, gymnasium, play areas, and specialized learning spaces.
⚽ Additional Improvements for Students & Community: MPS anticipates using the funds for the following projects-
- New MS/HS gym bleachers – safe and accessible seating for students and families.
- Track replacement – increases safety, reduces maintenance costs, and expands community use.
- Updated scoreboards – for both the gym and football field, enhancing student and spectator experience.
💵 Taxpayer Impact
- Small increase in property taxes – based on home valuations, but kept as low as possible.
- Right now, the State could potentially pay for a majority of the construction cost of building the new elementary school.
- Recent legislative changes allow Mountainair PSD to ask for a local match reduction and lower the District’s cost burden.
- If we wait, the State may only cover 6%, which means taxpayers would shoulder much more of the cost.
📣 Key Message
- Vote at the 2025 Regular Local Election on November 4, 2025.
- Early Voting begins October 7, 2025, and ends on November 1, 2025