Bonds

Bonds are a big issue right now at CVUSD.  Our schools are aging and there are many facilities to maintain.  You know how it is if you've ever owned an older home (mine was built in the 50's) - there is always something to fix!  Our district funds and staff are currently able to keep up with repairs, but we know that "modernization" can be a motivator for some residents.  With that in mind, I would agree to put a bond proposal before the residents if the lifespan is 10 years or less.  Construction would take approximately 7 years, and if you already have kids attending Cajon Valley schools, they'll likely be out within a decade.  A bond that is fully collected within 10 years ensures that we don't pass debt on to our children - it's already so expensive to live here - while also keeping the interest-to-principal ratio low.  As a fiscal conservative who wants to spend taxpayer money wisely, I want to ensure we are being good stewards of our residents' finances and trust.