Vote YES to Invest Cedar Rapids

11/08/2023

11/07/2023

It’s Election Day!

Find your polling location:
https://sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterreg/pollingplace/search.aspx

11/07/2023

"As a former teacher, I’m excited for the career and technical opportunities; functional practice space for students in PE, band, and sports; and for the Kennedy and Metro students to have updated buildings. I want building entrances to be ADA accessible and safer for everyone, including visiting grandparents."

https://www.thegazette.com/letters-to-the-editor/voting-yes-for-safe-innovative-learning-environments/

11/06/2023

“Things don’t last forever and populations change. It has been over 20 years since the district’s last bond issue request. I believe that if you expect excellence you must fund it.”

https://www.thegazette.com/letters-to-the-editor/first-cr-school-bond-in-over-20-years-will-improve-ada-special-ed-accommodations/

11/03/2023

Remember—you can vote YES early today at the Linn County Auditor’s office or any voting center!

Information about voting in the Elections Office before Election Day

11/01/2023

Did you know that most of the Cedar Rapids school buildings were built before the 1950s? Some are more than 100 years old! 🤯

❌Older buildings don’t support open, collaborative learning
❌Repairs and maintenance are expensive on older buildings
❌ADA compliance is not being met

All kids deserve access to a great learning environment.

10/31/2023

“The fundamental question is why must we do this? The answer is simple. Today’s public schools must meet the needs of a changing world.”

https://www.thegazette.com/guest-columnists/we-all-benefit-from-modern-schools/

10/29/2023

“Even with the use of sales tax dollars for infrastructure projects, the district’s list of facilities needs has outpaced available funding. We believe these needs warrant a yes vote.” — Gazette Editorial Board

https://www.thegazette.com/staff-editorials/vote-yes/

10/27/2023

Want to learn more about why you should vote yes? Take a look at this guide 👇🏻

Iowa Federation of Labor AFL-CIO plays a crucial role in identifying, endorsing, and supporting candidates who empower the labor community.

10/27/2023

Just 1️⃣2️⃣ days left to vote YES to invest! Check out polling locations here 👇🏻

Information about voting in the Elections Office before Election Day

10/25/2023

Structural problems don’t get less expensive over time—they tend to cost even more. It’s time to pass this bond initiative and get the ball rolling to improve our schools’ crumbling
infrastructure!

Vote YES on November 7th!

10/24/2023

Career and technical education infrastructure is critical to Cedar Rapids’ future. Vote yes on November 7th.

https://www.thegazette.com/k/lacking-ingredient-for-cedar-rapids-culinary-students-adequate-kitchens/