Second Redmond school bond before voters; would bring in nearly $100 million for variety of repairs, upgrades

Isabella Warren will have her latest Decision 2024 report tonight at Five

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Redmond voters are seeing another school measure on their ballots this fall, as the school district seeks a renewal bond that would raise $97.7 million for Phase 2 of its wide-ranging construction and repair projects. They say the improvements would have major positive impacts for students and staff, without raising the current property tax rate.

Over the summer, major renovations were done to Redmond High's HVAC system because of the voter-passed Phase 1 of the bond. But serious issues remain, with leaks getting worse - the measure would among other things replace Redmond High's 50-year-old heating system that officials say is at risk of failing within five years.

So far, the HVAC upgrades of Phase 1 already have saved Redmond High nearly $70,000 in power costs, according to Energy Trust of Oregon, who's helping make sure the renovations are more energy-efficient.

Isabella Warren is speaking with school officials to learn more about Measure 9-174, for a report tonight on NewsChannel 21 at Five.