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St. Johns board approves $40 million bond proposal for November ballot
Summary
The St. Johns Board voted 6–1 to place a $40 million bond proposal on the November 2026 ballot after months of facility planning and community engagement; proponents say the measure addresses essential building needs highlighted in five workshops and a district survey of more than 800 participants.
The St. Johns Public Schools Board of Education voted 6–1 to approve placing a $40 million bond proposal on the November 2026 general election ballot. Trustee Randolph moved the motion, supported by Trustee Darragh; the motion passed with one dissenting vote.
Board and district leaders said the bond responds to identified facility needs after seven months of planning and public engagement. Dr. Berthiaume and district facilities staff summarized work that included five public workshops and a district survey that drew more than 800 responses, and Mr. Gleeson provided a project summary the Board considered when framing the $40 million proposal. Vice President Parker-Sternburgh said she was proud of the district team for listening to community input and focusing the project scope on essential needs.
Board members who supported the motion emphasized the need to maintain aging buildings and preserve education programs. One trustee noted the board had considered other funding tools including a sinking fund but framed the bond as the clearest path to address the prioritized capital needs. Next steps: the district will finalize ballot language and move forward with communication and outreach ahead of the November election.
