McPHERSON, Kan. — The fourth time proved to be the charm for McPherson USD 418, as voters Tuesday approved both bond questions submitted to them in a special election.
Unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk’s Office indicated Question 1, a $62.6 million project which includes a new academic wing at McPherson High School and demolition of the hex area, passed with 2,290 votes in favor and 1,313 against. Question 2, a $27 million dollar proposal which includes converting Eisenhower Elementary School into a middle school, was approved by a 2,172-1,435 vote.
After the last votes were counted, USD 418 Superintendent Shiloh Vincent told Ad Astra News he was pleased with the outcome. “Thank you to all of our voters and everyone who contributed to this process. Just an absolutely monumental moment for all of the kids and families here in McPherson,” he said, adding there are some very “bright and exciting” things ahead.
With passage of the bond after three unsuccessful elections over the past five years, the USD 418 Board of Education is expected to begin the next steps in the process at their next meeting on March 9.
The vote will become official after the McPherson County Commission canvasses the election on March 9. This will include review of provisional ballots cast.
