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Des Moines Public Schools Wins 'Decisive Victory' as Voters Pass $265 Million Bond
The $265 million bond passed with nearly 74% voter approval to fund preschool expansion, career education, and upgrades for over 30,000 students in the district.
- On Tuesday, Nov. 4, Des Moines voters approved the $265 million bond for the Des Moines Independent Community School District with almost 74% support, surpassing the 60% threshold.
- The bond backs DMPS's Reimagining Education plan to expand preschool and early learning programs, grow career and technical education, and improve aging school buildings for more than 30,000 students.
- Supporters said years of planning and months of door-knocking helped secure the win, and Cross said, `I think everybody is a little shocked that it passed, and a little shocked that it passed so overwhelmingly' during Tuesday's watch party.
- A yes vote means DMPS can start Reimagining Education, officials appointed a Reimagining Education Bond Oversight Committee, and Interim Superintendent Matt Smith pledged transparency.
- Ahead, the district will close Walnut Street Elementary School after the 2025-26 year, raze Moulton Elementary for a $42 million Moulton Arts Academy by 2028-29, and a homeowner with a $200,000 home would pay about $188 more annually for 20 years.
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