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Middleton School District Bond Proposal

Addressing Overcrowding: A New Elementary School

For several years, the Middleton School District has been working toward building a fourth elementary school to address overcrowding. Currently, Mill Creek Elementary is operating at 114% capacity, and Heights Elementary is at 145% capacity.

Between 2018 and 2022, four bond elections were held, but none reached the required 66.6% approval to pass. In 2022, we proposed a $54 million bond for multiple projects, including a new elementary school, facility repairs, and a CTE center. This would have cost taxpayers $161 per $100,000 of home value.

We Heard You!

The community made it clear that the previous proposal was too large, and we listened. After reviewing voter feedback, we made significant changes:

  • Focused on the Elementary School Only – Grants and state funding have covered the CTE center and repair needs.
  • Modified the School Design & Chose a New Builder – Ensuring a more cost-effective project.
  • Allocated $8 Million in State Modernization Funds – Reducing the bond amount.
  • Secured Private Donations & Land Contributions – Developers generously donated a 12-acre lot near Kingsbury and SH-44, lowering site development costs.

The New Bond Proposal

With these changes, the new bond request is $19.9 million, a 79% reduction in total cost compared to the 2022 proposal. This translates to a tax impact of just $34 per $100,000 of property value—a significant drop from the previous $161 per $100,000.

How to Vote

Your voice matters! Here’s how you can cast your vote for the May 20, 2025 election:

  • Absentee Ballots – Mailed on April 10. Request yours at voteidaho.gov.
  • Early Voting – Available from May 5 – May 16.
  • Election Day – Vote in person on May 20, 2025.

If you haven't registered to vote, you can do so in advance at voteidaho.gov or at the polls on Election Day.

Common Questions About the Middleton School Bond

Out-of-District Enrollment:

Middleton schools previously reduced out-of-district students from 400 to under 200, but a 2023 Idaho law (SB 1125) now requires districts to accept them if space is available. This has increased enrollment to 298, limiting our ability to plan for future growth.

Impact Fees & Funding:

Idaho law does not allow school districts to collect impact fees from new developments to fund school construction. Even if approved, it would take years to generate enough funds, making it an ineffective solution for immediate overcrowding.

 

Get More Information

For additional questions or to schedule an informational meeting with district leaders, contact Superintendent Marc Gee at mgee@msd134.org.

Thank you for supporting our schools—together, we can make a difference!