The Indianola Community School District Bond Issue passed Tuesday with an 85% “Yes” vote, allowing the district to continue the tax rate and use $70 million in funds towards the “Replace in Place” plan for improvements to Indianola High School.

Board President Rob Keller tells KNIA News over 2,000 voters participated in the bond vote, which in a September special election shows engagement with the community. Keller also said he feels the education campaign from the district and community members was stellar.

“I thought the district did a good job of trying to reach everyone in the community, we had meetings at different times and at different locations trying to fit everyone’s schedule. The information was made available to the public, and I think a lot of people learned about it and took time to understand the issue, and understand what they would be voting for or against. I think that their decision was reflected in the results.”

For more information, tune in to today’s Let’s Talk Indianola.