Voters approve Springfield Public Schools' Proposition S bond issue
Springfield voters have approved a $220 million bond issue to repair and upgrade schools around the district.
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Springfield voters have approved a $220 million bond issue to repair and upgrade schools around the district.
Elgin City Council members Tish Powell, John Steffen, and Rose Martinez were returned to their seats on the dais, joined by newcomer Anthony Ortiz, according to the unofficial election results from Tuesday’s election.
From: June Reineke and Karen Sullivan
Of the 28,882 votes cast, 77.6% were in favor of the $220 million "no tax increase" bond issue.
Final closing on the property is contingent on voter approval of the $220 million bond issue on April 4, which includes funds to rebuild the school.