Politics & Government

Yes, Say Issaquah School District Voters

So far, more than 69 percent of participating Issaquah School District voters have voted to approve a $219 million school bond for capital improvements in the district.

So far, about 60 percent of voters in the special election for the proposed have voted yes, meaning the bond will likely pass, ensuring $219 million in school improvements for the district.

Nearby districts in Mercer Island and Renton have not been so lucky, with the measures in Mercer Island headed for defeat and Renton's too close to call as of Tuesday night.

As of Tuesday night, 32.85 percent of registered voters had cast ballots, with 69 percent in favor of the bond, though the results won't be certified until April 27. According to the district, in previous years participation has hovered around 40 percent.

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The bond must pass with a 60 percent plus one majority.

You can read the full text of the bond measure here.

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For some perspective on the district's measure, which has largely been supported by local governments and business interests, including the and city councils, the , and Seattle King County Realtors, compared with other local school bonds, here's a link to a blog post regarding local bond issues.


Issaquah School District No. 411

Ballots Cast/Registered Voters: * 19501 / 59358 32.85% Proposition No. 1 General Obligation Bonds - $219,121,500
APPROVED 13476 69.17%
REJECTED 6006 30.83%


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