Hamilton Schools Referendum Passes

SUSSEX, WI — Voters in the Hamilton School District approved two referendum questions Feb. 20 that will allow for $57.4 million of construction projects, including a new intermediate school, and $1.5 million of operational costs.

Two questions were put to voters seeking approval:

1. A new intermediate school at a cost of $42.9 million and high school classroom projects that include the renovation and expansion of the Applied Engineering and Technology Program for $4.9 million and a 15-classroom addition on the front of the building for $9.6 million. — 61.7 percent in favor and 38.3 percent opposed
2. $1.5 million of operating costs for the intermediate school — 57 percent in favor and 43 percent opposed.

Superintendent. Paul Mielke said he was grateful to the community for its support for the facilities
which are needed due to increased growth. “I want to thank our community for the support for school facilities and operational costs,” Mielke said. “The positive vote is testament to the commitment of our School Board and community members who have studied the long-term needs of the district and thoughtfully recommended this plan.”

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