Bond
Planning
Committee
2026
Riverview School District is exploring a capital bond and two levy renewals for the February 2026 election, and your input matters. As we finalize our long-term plan to invest in safe, modern learning environments and essential programs, we’re inviting our community to share feedback.
Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey and join one of our upcoming Bond and Levy Listening Sessions. Your ideas and perspectives will help shape the future of Riverview schools and ensure every decision reflects the values of those we serve.
Proposed Bond Projects
MAINTENANCE + LIFE CYCLE REPLACEMENTS
Replace Tolt Middle School
$132,500,000
HVAC & controls replacement at Cedarcrest and all elementary schools
$21,600,000
Fire sprinkler freeze protection at Stillwater Elementary
$150,000
Roof replacement (metal) at Cedarcrest
$3,200,000
Relocate district transportation dept. to repurposed portion of previous Tolt building
$16,750,000
OUTDOOR LEARNING, ATHLETICS + PLAY
Improve playfield underdrainage and irrigation at all elementary schools
$1,020,000
New synthetic turf football field with rubber track at Tolt Middle School
$4,160,000
Replace football field lighting and controls at Cedarcrest
$1,250,000
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Safety + Security
Connect all program areas internally at Carnation Elementary
$1,650,000
Integrate secure vestibule and reconfigure main office in all schools
$2,340,000
Cell booster + communications upgrades district wide
$600,000
Improve site perimeter fencing at all elementary schools
$180,000
Total: $185,400,000
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Tax Impact Analysis
Assessed
Value
of Property
$500,000
600,000
650,000
750,000
850,000
950,000
1,050,000
1,100,000
1,200,000
1,300,000
1,400,000
1,500,000
1,600,000
1,700,000
Annual
Gross Property
Tax Increase
$556.00
667.00
722.00
833.00
944.00
1,056.00
1,167.00
1,222.00
1,333.00
1,445.00
1,556.00
1,667.00
1,778.00
1,889.00
Monthly
Gross Property
Tax Increase
$46.33
55.88
60.17
69.42
78.67
88.00
97.25
101.83
111.08
120.42
129.67
138.92
148.17
157.42
Estimated 2027 Total Tax Rate Increase (per $1,000 assessed value): $1.11
Bond Committee Minutes
Background & Information
Bond Committee Slide Presentations
February 19, 2025
April 16, 2025
March 19, 2025
April 30, 2025
April 2, 2025
May 21, 2025
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Bonds & Levies:
The Seeds of School Funding
How do schools receive the money they need to provide an education for all students? The answer is complex.
The root of the answer lies in state law. Washington is required to fully fund “basic education” based on a funding distribution formula referred to as the “prototypical model.” This model represents the Legislature’s assumptions about the costs associated with providing a “basic education” to student seedlings. Sadly, the money provided by the state for schools does not cover the actual cost of operating, constructing, and maintaining a school district. Local community funding measures, called levies and bonds, fill the gap between state funds and the real cost of providing the structures and services that help students grow and thrive.
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The Five Steps in the Bond Process
Voters approve
the school Bond
Bonds are sold
to investors
New schools are
built or updated
Property taxes are collected by schools
Schools repay investors with tax collections
What is the
Bond Planning Committee
Riverview School District is committed to ensuring that every student learns and thrives in safe, modern, and supportive learning environments. As our district continues to grow and evolve, so do the needs of our facilities, classrooms, and infrastructure. To guide responsible planning and future investment, the district established the 2025-2026 Bond Planning Committee (BPC), a diverse group of community members, parents, educators, and professionals who work collaboratively to assess facility needs and provide recommendations for future capital bond measures.
The BPC plays a vital role in shaping the district’s long-term vision by analyzing data, reviewing building assessments, and considering how educational programs, student enrollment, safety standards, and equity priorities impact facility planning. Through open dialogue and thoughtful deliberation, the committee helps ensure that all voices are heard, and that our capital planning efforts remain grounded in transparency, fiscal responsibility, and alignment with district goals.
By partnering with our community through the BPC, Riverview builds trust, strengthens shared ownership of district priorities, and ensures that future bond proposals reflect both the immediate and long-term needs of our students, staff, and families. The committee’s work is instrumental in helping the School Board make informed decisions about the 2026 Capital Bond and beyond, securing a stronger, more sustainable future for generations to come.
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What is the Committee Charter?
The Riverview School District Bond Planning Committee (BPC) is charged with developing and presenting a formal recommendation to the superintendent and school board regarding the scope of a potential bond measure and an associated financing plan. This recommendation will also include proposed timing for a bond election, including the option to place a measure on the the ballot.
In addition to its primary charge, the committee may also support the superintendent by:
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Providing updates to the school board as requested.
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Assisting with the facilitation of community bond planning forums.
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Participating in board work sessions related to bond development, if called upon.
Through this collaborative and community-informed process, the BPC plays an essential role in shaping long-term facility planning aligned with district priorities and student needs.
What is the
Capital Assets Advisory Committee?
The purpose of the Committee is to provide the Riverview Board of Directors perspectives on capital facility projects and offer input and recommendations. The committee address various topics, including but not limited to future bond planning, construction projects, and facility maintenance. This ensures that the board receives comprehensive input and guidance regarding capital facility related matters.
The committee is comprised of community members, parents and district partners.
Historical Background
Bond History
2020
$125,000,000 | Failed (53.03%)
2007
$56,000,000 | Passed (67.66%)
2001
$5,750,000 | Passed (65.18%)
2000
$2,995,000 | Failed (59.73%)
1998
$6,500,000 | Failed (47.21%
Year
Amount
Result
Levy History
Year
Result
2022
Capital Projects, EP&O | Passed
2018
Capital Projects, EP&O, Transportation | Passed
2014
Capital Projects, EP&O | Passed (65.18%)
2010
Capital Projects EP&O, Transportation | Passed
2006
Capital Projects, EP&O
