Hugoton bond issue

In Hugoton

Yes: 1278
No: 529

There was little doubt in Hugoton Tuesday night that voters supported a $21 million bond issue for middle school and high school improvements, plus construction of an early childhood center.

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The bond issue scored about 71 percent of the vote there, with an unofficial vote count of 1,278-529.

“I’m looking forward to the future of what this means for our students,” Superintendent Mark Crawford said.

According to project plans, the bond issue will fund a new wing at Hugoton Middle School, replacing one district officials have said has problems with leaks and mold; a cafeteria/commons area adjoining the middle school and high school; an athletics addition including a wrestling room and weight room; and a separate early childhood center.

The district plans to supplement the project cost, estimated at $22,857,000, with its capital outlay fund, a portion of the regular budget dedicated toward buildings and equipment.

See Wednesday’s issue of the Telegram for further coverage.