The Longmont Leader received a letter to the editor from Scott Cook, executive director of the Longmont Chamber of Commerce concerning Ballot Question 5C.
As a proud advocate for the prosperity of our community, the Longmont Chamber of Commerce wholeheartedly supports the St. Vrain Valley School District’s 2024 Ballot Question 5C. 5C is an investment of $739.8 million into our schools and communities without an increase in property taxes.
This ballot measure is a pivotal opportunity to further enhance our nationally recognized school district and, by extension, our community’s overall quality of life. By acting now, we stand to save $200 million compared to postponing these necessary infrastructure upgrades for another five years.
The St. Vrain Valley School District has demonstrated financial transparency and responsibility with an increasing record of academic excellence, evidenced by having the highest graduation rate and the lowest dropout rate among all Denver Metro area school districts. The district’s reputation for innovation and cutting-edge technology training continues to set it apart, and the proposed bond will help ensure this progress continues. For example, 5C will fund 36 projects directly tied to innovation, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and advancements in science, engineering, and mathematics.
Furthermore, this bond will have impacts on our local businesses. Among the numerous improvements, the bond will facilitate the replacement of 100 HVAC units, implement 88 safety and security upgrades, enhance building efficiency through 113 projects, address 94 electrical and plumbing needs, and undertake 37 roofing projects. In addition, the bond will support the construction of five all new schools, creating jobs while expanding educational opportunities for our growing community.
The benefits of supporting Ballot Question 5C extend beyond immediate improvements. By investing in our schools now, we are ensuring a top-notch workforce for local businesses in the future and creating job opportunities and economic prosperity for our community in the present.
We urge our community members to support St. Vrain Valley School District’s 2024 Ballot Question 5C. This investment will enhance our schools, help train our future workforce and support our local economy. By voting yes on 5C, we are able to invest in our future and our local economy with no increase in taxes. It’s a win-win!
