Blue Valley approves a $198.5 million bond question for the March 2027 ballot

What happened

The board approved a bond resolution asking voters to authorize up to $198.5 million for district facilities and equipment. Voters are scheduled to decide on March 2, 2027, and the district says it expects to manage the bond without increasing the overall tax rate.

Why it matters to families

The vote moves the district’s previously planned bond proposal to a formal ballot question; if voters approve it, the funds would support capital projects, not classroom staffing or operating costs.

The evidence

At the Nov. 9 meeting, the board approved the 2027 bond resolution and ballot language 6–0. Staff described the proposed work as capital preservation, safety and security upgrades, and career-ready program space. The ballot authorizes bonds of up to $198.5 million; the CFO said projections are intended to keep the overall tax rate from increasing.

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