Sweet Home, OR. — A survey conducted by the Linn County Republican Party found that precinct committee persons (PCPs) living within the Sweet Home School District largely support the district’s upcoming replacement bond measure, with local party leaders framing it as a continuation of existing taxes rather than a tax increase.
According to the Linn County GOP, the proposed bond would maintain the current tax rate while replacing expiring funding to address infrastructure and security needs in the Sweet Home School District. Supporters say the measure would fund replacement of aging flat-roofed high school buildings, improve campus security, and secure approximately $12.25 million in outside grant funding that could otherwise go to other districts if voters reject the bond.
Former Sweet Home School Board member Milt Moran said the measure would allow the district to address facility needs without raising local tax rates while keeping additional grant dollars in the community.
Local Republican leaders also contrasted the Sweet Home bond with Oregon’s statewide Measure 120 transportation tax referendum, which the Oregon Republican Party opposes. Linn County GOP Chair Jon Wright said local PCPs viewed the school bond as a locally controlled measure focused on maintaining current funding, while describing Measure 120 as a broader statewide tax proposal.
The Linn County Republican Party said it played a significant role in petition efforts that helped refer Measure 120 to voters after legislative approval and public opposition.
Voters in the Sweet Home School District will decide on the replacement bond in the upcoming election, alongside other state and local ballot measures. Supporters are encouraging residents to review both proposals carefully before casting ballots.
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