School officials argue there is compelling need and that the timing is good for the bond proposal.
Interest rates are at an all time low.
In addition, a site selection committee desires to purchase the old middle school site for the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument headquarters, which will provide additional revenues in building the new middle school. Consulting firms have recommended that because of the age of the middle school building and the deterioration that exists, it is not economically feasible to upgrade the middle school. Officials also note that because the high school classrooms and gym were only designed to serve a student population of 150 students and enrollment is now at 190, a new gym and additional classrooms should be constructed. Lastly, Big Water School is leasing a building for their vocational program which is located approximately four blocks form the school and school officials would like to construct a vocational building. The Association urges you to voice your opinion by voting during the November 3 general elections.