Fosston school board — 2026

The School Board of Independent School District No. 601 (Fosston), Minnesota has proposed a capital project levy authorization in the maximum amount of 8.583% times the net tax capacity of the school district. The proposed capital project levy authorization will raise approximately $670,000 for taxes first levied in 2026, payable in 2027, and will be authorized for ten (10) years. The estimated total cost of the projects to be funded is approximately $6,700,000. The proposed capital project levy will provide funds for curriculum, textbooks, supplies, and technology related personnel costs. In addition, the school board of Independent School District No. 601 (Fosston), Minnesota has proposed to issue its general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $3,240,000. The proposed bonds will provide funds for the acquisition and betterment of school sites and facilities, including but not limited to the acquisition, installation, replacement, and improvement of building security and surveillance, technology hardware &amp^ software, computers, networks, infrastructure, vehicles, machinery, and equipment. The projects to be funded have received a positive review and comment from the Commissioner of Education. Shall the capital project levy and issuance of general obligation school building bonds proposed by the school board of Independent School District No. 601 (Fosston), Minnesota be approved? BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE