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Bennington voters approve $4.55 million bond; district outlines next steps
Summary
Voters approved a bond measure on April 14 with 4,554 in favor and 1,859 opposed; district officials said turnout was just under 51% and pledged a transparent process for implementing projects including decisions about mascots, colors and attendance boundaries.
Bennington Public Schools officials reported that voters approved the district bond in the election held between the board's March and April meetings. The superintendent said the measure passed with 4,554 votes in favor and 1,859 against, with turnout just under 51 percent.
The superintendent told the school board the turnout was higher than typical nonpresidential elections and described the approval as “the right plan at the right time.” The superintendent thanked district staff and community members who…
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