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Council hears overview of $66 million general-obligation bond package, Prop 403 headed to voters
Summary
Consultants and town staff presented the town's first proposed general-obligation bond package — Prop 403 — detailing seven projects totaling $66 million, a $10 million town contribution and estimated homeowner impact of about $17.12 per month, and outlined voter and early-ballot dates.
Town consultants and staff presented an informational update to the Sahuarita Town Council about the proposed $66 million general-obligation bond package that will appear on the November ballot as Proposition 403.
Steve Seveland of NewPoint presented visuals and a short video describing the seven projects included in the package and the public information plan. The presentation emphasized the largest project: a new multigenerational recreation center with aquatics, gymnasium and fitness space. Other projects include expanded trail connections, improvements to an existing park (artificial turf, batting cages, bleacher replacement, and a new concession stand), a multi-court sports complex for pickleball and similar courts, police department expansion, a centralized public works building and energy-efficiency upgrades at town hall.
Seveland said the package totals $66,000,000 and the town has earmarked $10,000,000 in additional contribution. The proposition, if approved by voters, would allow the town to issue bonds repaid over 25 years through secondary property taxes. The presentation cited Pima County data to estimate that for an average assessed home value the cost would be about $17.12 per month over the bond term. Seveland and staff described outreach including a website, banners, social media, mailed materials and a short informational video placed on the town’s bond website.
Important election dates were highlighted: the last day to register to vote (October 7), early ballots mailed (starting October 9), last day to request an early ballot (October 25), last recommended mailing date for ballots (October 29) and election day (November 5). Staff stressed the length of the November ballot and urged voters to review the full ballot so they do not miss Proposition 403.
No formal council action was required; the presentation was informational and staff said it was part of the public-information effort leading to the November election.
