Bond Proposal Feedback Survey

Benzie Central Schools is seeking feedback and ideas regarding the recent bond proposal defeat and next steps as we work to address the district’s infrastructure issues. We appreciate your taking the time to complete this brief survey. Rest assured, all responses are anonymous.

SURVEY DEADLINE - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4th, 2019

Limit one survey response per voter

In what township / village / area do you reside? *

Almira Township / Lake Ann

Inland Township

Homestead Township / Honor

Platte Township

Lake Township

Benzonia Township / Benzonia / Beulah

Weldon Township / Colfax Township / Thompsonville

Northern Manistee County / Copemish

Blaine / Joyfield / Gilmore Township

Other:

What best describes your stance in the last election (November 5th, 2019) on the Benzie Central bond proposal? *

I voted "Yes"

I voted "No"

I am not eligible to vote in the school district

I am eligible to vote, but did not vote on this issue

Please check any boxes that apply to you

I am a parent of children in the district

I am a staff member in the district

I am a business owner in the district

I am an alumni of Benzie Central Schools

I am a seasonal resident of the district

I am retired

Which of the following do you believe contributed MOST to the defeat of the bond proposal?

Distrust of the school district / school board / superintendent

The decision to close Platte River Elementary School as a regular school building

Concern about the potential future of closed elementary buildings (Platte River and Crystal Lake)

Lack of information / not enough communication to voters

Unwillingness to support a tax increase

Projects being proposed were perceived to be unneccessary

Declining enrollment in the district

Other:

When it comes to school millages, which statement best describes your beliefs?

I'd rather keep costs lower and have a longer term bond in order to address as many needs as possible

I'd rather keep the term shorter and have a higher millage rate to address as many needs as possible

I'd rather keep the term shorter and significantly reduce needs that we address

I do not support a millage in any form

Please indicate where you received information about the previous bond proposals (check as many as applicable)

Mailed information card (sent to all district households)

Attended one or more "community forum" events

Brochures / Information Sheets / Other Literature

Print News (Record Patriot / Record Eagle articles)

TV News

District Website (www.benzieschools.net)

Official district social media account (Facebook and Instagram)

Information tables / volunteers at events (festivals, sporting events, conferences, etc.)

Conversation with district employees

Conversation with neighbors / friends / family

Social Media (other than official district sources)

I did not review any information prior to voting day

I was not aware of the proposals prior to voting day

Other:

Moving forward, I believe the school district should...

Maintain the scope of projects in the bond proposal with minimal or no changes

Consider adding to the scope of projects in the bond proposal (with added cost)

Consider shrinking the scope of projects in the bond proposal (to reduce cost)

Not ask for a future bond proposal in any format

Other:

How important is it to complete the following projects?

Extremely Important

Somewhat Important

Not Very Important

Not Important At All

Classroom / Instructional Space Upgrades

New Bus Garage

Infrastructure upgrades (roofs, HVAC, etc.)

New Elementary School to replace aging buildings

New Early Childhood Classrooms

Upgraded Locker Rooms / Gym Remodel

New Busses

Other

Please add any other comments / ideas you may have...

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