Bond Overview

Lamphere Schools will ask voters to consider an $85 million bond this May! For over seven years, Lamphere Schools has been proudly debt-free, making us one of only two debt-free school districts in Oakland County. But our buildings and infrastructure are showing their age, and we need some BIG updates to keep our schools safe, innovative, and modern. The proposed bond on the May 6 ballot will help us do just that

Quick Snapshot

Total Bond Amount: $85 million

Election Date: May 6, 2025

Cost to Homeowners: 4.15 mills ($4.15 per $1,000 of taxable property value)

Key Focus Areas:

  1. Enhancing Safety & Security

  2. Expanding Student Learning Opportunities

  3. Addressing Facility Needs

Key Projects and Improvements

Enhancing Safety & Security

  1. Secure entry points at all schools

  2. Additional security cameras district-wide

  3. Impact-resistant glass on windows

  4. Upgraded fire alarm systems

  5. Emergency generator installation at Lamphere High School and quick connects at Page MS and all elementary schools

  6. Traffic flow improvements in parking lots

Expanding Student Learning Opportunities

  1. New district-wide robotics lab at Page Middle School

  2. Modernized art and STEM classrooms

  3. Upgraded auditorium and music rooms

  4. Auxiliary gym construction at Lamphere High School

  5. Playground updates at all elementary schools

Addressing Facility Needs

  1. Pavement and roofing replacements

  2. Boiler and HVAC system upgrades

  3. Air handler improvements for energy efficiency

  4. Infrastructure repairs across all schools

  5. New transportation storage facility

School-Specific Upgrades

Lamphere High School

  1. Auxiliary gym construction

  2. Auditorium and music room upgrades

  3. 3D Art Lab in former woodshop

  4. Athletic field improvements

Page Middle School:

  1. District-wide robotics space development

  2. New locker rooms

  3. Music room upgrades and purchase of band equipment

Elementary Schools:

  1. New playground equipment

  2. Secure entryways and updated safety measures 

  3. New STEM labs at Hiller and Simonds

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How Much Will It Cost?

The proposed bond will result in an estimated tax increase of 4.15 mills. This means homeowners will pay an additional:

  1. $207.50 annually ($17.29/month) for a home valued at $100,000

  2. $415.00 annually ($34.58/month) for a home valued at $200,000

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Why Now?

It's been 28 years since Lamphere residents approved the last bond back in 1997. While we've done a great job maintaining our facilities with a sinking fund, our current facility needs far exceed sinking fund revenue. This bond ensures our schools stay safe, modern, and future-ready.

Voting Information

Election Day: May 6, 2025

Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Absentee Ballots Available: After March 27

For more information on how to vote, visit michigan.gov/vote or contact your local clerk's office.

Learn More

Get all the details and FAQs at our bond info page.

By investing in this bond, we can take our schools to the next level and give our students the best learning experience possible. We Are Lamphere! Don't forget to vote on May 6!

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