2025 OPERATIONAL REFERENDUM

In April 2025, the School District of Arcadia is asking residents to vote the non-recurring operational referendum question.

Informational Meetings

Our Beliefs

  • Quality Education and Future Ready Students
  • Rich, Vibrant, and Learning Culture
  • Developing a talented and professional workforce
  • Fiscal Responsibility

WHY IS REFERENDUM NEEDED?

Inflation Costs

  • Salaries & Benefits
  • Insurance
  • Building Maintenance
  • Utilities
  • Transportation
  • Equipment
  • Classroom Technology

 

Funding Challenges

  • Lack of Special Education Funding
  • Lack of State Aid
  • Increased State & Federal Mandates

 

Cost Savings Already in Place

  • Rebalanced staffing
  • Reduced Transportation Routes
  • Deferred Bus Purchases
  • Deferred Bldg. Maintenance
  • Insurance and Benefit changes
  • ES, MS, HS Budget Cuts
  • Energy Savings Projects Implemented
  • District Paid College Courses Reduced to State Requirements
  • Loan Interest Savings over $2m