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Board tables bond‑refunding resolution after advisors present potential savings and timing

Yuma Elementary School District Governing Board · February 18, 2026
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Summary

Financial advisors told the board a refunding could yield nominal savings near $1.1 million and NPV savings in the low six figures, but after Q&A the board voted 3–2 to table the resolution so staff can monitor market rates and finalize parameters.

The governing board discussed a proposed resolution to authorize issuance and sale of refunding bonds for outstanding 2015 bonds during the Feb. 17 meeting, heard a presentation from Stifel and bond counsel, and then voted to table the action.

Bob Casillas of Stifel and counsel (Jim Gill, on the phone) reviewed a refunding plan for bonds issued in 2015 (with reference to maturities through 2034). Casillas estimated the district could refund approximately $8.4 million of principal under current market…

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