USD 469 School Bond Information

USD 469 School Bond Information Sharing publicly available information and analysis related to the USD 469 bond proposal. Based on that information, we are advocating a NO vote.

This page was created by community members to share factual information related to the USD 469 school bond election. Content focuses on publicly available documents, timelines, and financial considerations so residents can make informed decisions. Voters are encouraged to review source materials and participate in the election.

The results are in, and the USD 469 bond questions were not approved by voters.Thank you to everyone in our community wh...
03/04/2026

The results are in, and the USD 469 bond questions were not approved by voters.

Thank you to everyone in our community who took the time to research the issue, ask thoughtful questions, and most importantly participate in the election.

Local decisions like this work best when residents stay informed and engaged. Regardless of how anyone voted, the level of participation and conversation around this issue shows how much people care about the future of our schools and community.

We appreciate everyone who followed the information shared here and took part in the process.

03/02/2026

Election Day is tomorrow — make a plan to vote

Tomorrow, March 3, is Election Day for the USD 469 bond questions.

If you haven’t voted yet, take a moment today to confirm when and where you’ll go. Having a plan makes it much easier to follow through.

🗳️ Election Day: Tuesday, March 3
📍 Polling locations: your usual polling location unless otherwise notified
🔎 You can also double-check your polling location here:
👉 Election Day is tomorrow — make a plan to vote

Tomorrow, March 3, is Election Day for the USD 469 bond questions.

If you haven’t voted yet, take a moment today to decide when and where you’ll go. Having a plan makes it much easier to follow through.

🗳️ Election Day: Tuesday, March 3
📍 Polling locations are open 7am-7pm
🔎 You can double-check your polling location here: https://myvoteinfo.voteks.org/VoterView
📲 Or call the County Clerk at (913) 684-0421

No matter how you’re voting, participating in local elections matters. These decisions affect our community for years to come.

No matter how you’re voting, participating in local elections matters. These decisions affect our community for years to come.

02/26/2026

For residents who can’t easily vote during the workweek, there is a special in-person early voting option this Saturday.

🗳️ Saturday, February 28
⏰ 8:00 AM – Noon
📍 Lansing Fire Station

This weekend option is a great opportunity for anyone with weekday work schedules, school commitments, or other obligations to vote in person without taking time off.

No matter how you plan to vote, participation matters — and having accessible options helps ensure more voices are heard.

Election Day is March 3. See the pinned post for additional voting dates and locations.

02/23/2026

Disagreeing on a bond doesn’t mean disagreeing on education.

Community members can support education, value teachers, and want strong schools — and still disagree about the timing, structure, or cost of a specific bond proposal.

Bond votes aren’t a referendum on whether education matters. They’re a decision about whether a particular financing plan makes sense at a particular moment in time.

It’s reasonable for voters to ask questions, weigh tradeoffs, and come to different conclusions — and it’s healthy for a community to have those conversations respectfully.

Early voting is underway, with Election Day on March 3. See the pinned post for dates and locations.

02/19/2026

Why long-term decisions deserve careful review:

Bond elections don’t just affect the next few years — they shape financial obligations, priorities, and flexibility for decades.

That’s why many residents are taking time to look beyond headlines and ask questions about structure, timing, and long-term impact before voting.

Taking a careful approach now helps ensure decisions made today don’t limit options for future boards, students, and taxpayers.

Early voting is underway, with Election Day on March 3. See the pinned post for dates and locations.

02/15/2026

The upcoming bond vote isn’t just about what happens this year — it affects budgets, taxes, and planning decisions for decades.

Long-term debt shapes what future boards can do, what priorities compete for funding, and how flexible the district will be when needs change.

That’s why many residents are taking the time to look closely at structure, timing, and long-term impact — not just the headline promises. An informed vote today helps set the course for years to come.

Early voting is underway, with Election Day on March 3. See the pinned post for dates and locations.

02/11/2026

Early voting has started — make your voice heard!

Early voting is now underway for the USD 469 bond election.

Voting early is a simple way to participate and make sure your vote is counted in this important community decision.

🗳️ Advance voting:
📍 Location: Leavenworth County Courthouse (300 Walnut St.)
📅 Dates: February 11th - March 2nd
⏰ Hours: 8am - 4pm

📍 Location: Lansing Fire Station (111 E. Kansas St.)
📅 Dates: February 28th, 2026
⏰ Hours: 8am - Noon

📆 Election Day: March 3rd, 2026
📍 Location: Your usual polling place (unless otherwise notified)

No matter how you plan to vote, participation matters in local decisions that affect our community’s future. If you know someone who hasn’t voted yet, feel free to share this information with them.

02/09/2026

Early voting starts soon — make a plan to vote!

Early voting is a convenient way for everyone to participate in the upcoming USD 469 election and make sure their voice is heard.

Early voting details:

📅 Starts: Wednesday, February 11th
📍 Location: Leavenworth County Courthouse (300 Walnut St.)
⏰ Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

No matter how you plan to vote, participation matters. Local elections shape long-term decisions, and higher turnout helps ensure the outcome reflects the will of the community.

Local elections matter!

02/06/2026

After reviewing the publicly available information, we believe voters should vote NO on the upcoming bond questions for USD 469.

This recommendation is not about being opposed to education or dismissive of facility needs. It is based on concerns about structure, timing, cost, and long-term sustainability, including:

--The district already carries significant existing bond debt, with repayment extending through 2038.
--The proposed new borrowing adds $30 million in principal and an estimated $26 million in additional interest, layered on top of existing obligations.
--The structure relies on extended timelines and interest-only years, increasing total cost over time.
--While the district has identified tools and priorities for future maintenance — such as a computerized maintenance management system and routine upkeep of roofs, HVAC, and parking lots — long-term funding and ex*****on details remain uncertain, with much of the discussion framed in terms of what could be done.
--Voters are being asked to consider multiple borrowing questions, not just one, with long-lasting financial implications.

Taken together, these factors raise reasonable concerns about whether this proposal represents the most responsible and sustainable approach at this time.

Voting NO does not mean rejecting public education or ignoring facility needs. It means asking for better planning, clearer long-term strategies, and more fiscally responsible solutions before committing the community to decades of additional debt.

We encourage every voter to review the available information, consider the full financial picture, and make an informed decision in the upcoming election.

02/02/2026

Over the past several weeks, we’ve shared information about how school bonds work, existing debt obligations, repayment timelines, and long-term planning considerations.

These questions aren’t about being opposed to education or dismissive of real facility needs. They’re about understanding how long-term financial decisions are structured, how they affect future budgets, and whether proposed solutions align with sustainable planning.

As voters, it’s reasonable to ask:

What obligations already exist?
How long will new debt last?
What tradeoffs are being made?
Are there alternative approaches?

Our goal has been to share publicly available information so residents can evaluate these questions for themselves. In the coming days, we’ll also be sharing our perspective on how this information fits together and what it means for the upcoming vote.

01/29/2026

Based on publicly available district financial information, USD 469 currently has the following bonds outstanding:

• Series 2012 Bond
Outstanding principal: $465,000
Remaining interest: $13,950
Total remaining payoff: $478,950
Scheduled payoff: September 2026

• Series 2016 Bond
Outstanding principal: $2,555,000
Remaining interest: $102,200
Total remaining payoff: $2,657,200
Scheduled payoff: September 2026

• Series 2019 Bond
Outstanding principal: $73,850,000
Remaining interest: $16,221,153
Total remaining payoff: $90,071,153
Scheduled payoff: 2038

Because the Series 2019 bond extends through 2038, any new bond issued before that date would be structured around the existing debt. This timing helps explain why the proposed new bond includes a period of interest-only payments before principal repayment begins.

Interest-only periods are not a legal requirement; they are a common structuring choice used to issue new debt while keeping the debt service mill levy flat when there are existing bonds already on the books.

In addition to these existing obligations, voters are now being asked to consider a new $30 million bond, with an estimated $26 million in additional interest over time.

Looking at existing and proposed debt together helps residents understand the full financial picture, including how long obligations extend into the future and how new borrowing layers on top of existing commitments.

01/26/2026

Another factor for voters to consider: existing bond obligations

When evaluating a new bond proposal, it can be helpful to look at the district’s current debt obligations, not just the new amount being proposed.

At present, USD 469 has multiple bonds already outstanding, each with its own repayment schedule and long-term impact on future budgets.

Considering existing debt alongside a proposed new bond helps residents understand the full financial picture, including how long obligations extend into the future and how much flexibility remains for future needs.

Looking at cumulative debt is a normal and reasonable part of evaluating any long-term borrowing decision.

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