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Community survey shows support for safety and maintenance; residents worry about cost and transparency
Summary
A district facility needs survey with 838 responses prioritized safety, maintenance and classroom improvements and showed mixed support for funding options tied closely to potential tax impacts and trust in district fiscal transparency.
Superintendent Dr. Anthony Berthiaume presented results of the SJPS Facility Needs Community Survey, noting 838 responses from a range of stakeholders. The survey indicated respondents prioritize safety, building maintenance, infrastructure and classroom improvements over non‑essential upgrades and that support for funding mechanisms (bonds, sinking funds or a mix) varied and was often conditional on tax impacts.
Survey feedback also reflected concerns about cost, transparency and trust; respondents asked for clear, detailed plans showing how funds would be used and for stronger communication and accountability from the district. Board members cited the survey as part of the rationale for narrowing priorities and for the recommendation to pursue a bond that would be limited to critical needs and not exceed current millage.
