EducationFriday, November 13
Voters approved a $250 million bond for Pima Community College, and here's what it pays for
The Tucson Today team
If you take classes at Pima Community College, or plan to, your campuses are getting money. Pima County voters approved Proposition 430, authorizing up to $250 million in bonds for the college, school officials said. The measure was leading narrowly at 51.1% yes in early results the day after the election.
The bond's size and terms in three numbers
- $250 million
- in bonds authorized for the college
- 10%
- the most the bonds can charge in interest a year
- 1 to 20 years
- before the bonds mature
Source: KVOA
The money can buy land, buy or finish buildings, and pay for equipment and facilities. Planned projects include training first responders and modernizing student support services.
“We take our responsibility seriously to be thoughtful, transparent, and accountable stewards of these public resources, ensuring that every investment serves our students and the broader community.”
- Moving to Downtown Campus: police headquarters and district-wide services
- Expanding: teacher education and cyber programs
- Updating: arts and STEM programs
Two $250 million bonds led narrowly in early results
Source: Tucson Spotlight
View as table
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Pima CC, Prop 430 | 51.1% |
| Pima JTED, Prop 427 | 51.2% |
Sources: KVOA, Tucson Spotlight