The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District will be getting an influx of $30 million after voters approved Prop 409 Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Prop 409 is one of the local ballot measures on the 2026 ballot.
As of press time, it is 58.07% to 41.93% or 7,058 votes to 5,097 votes.
In a letter thanking the community, COCSD Superintendent Jessica Vocca outlined plans for where the bond will be used.
These plans include “addressing aging roofs, heating and cooling systems, water infrastructure and important safety and facility improvements.”
According to COCSD, the school district has “experienced major water line breaks, septic issues, well-related failures, aging HVAC systems and increasing infrastructure and safety concerns.”
Proposed projects that the bond will fund projects to improve infrastructure of five schools, including Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary and Cottonwood Community schools and Mountain View Preparatory, as well as the bus barn and district office and updating the science of reading curriculum.
“These investments will help ensure our students have safe, welcoming places to learn and grow for years to come,” Vocca wrote.
Final election results will be canvassed this week
