Blue Valley bond election passes

Blue Valley voters have endorsed the latest bond election 62 to 38 percent. The $271 million bond will provide for technology replacements and upgrades, provide for re-investment in the district's facilities and provide for school safety improvements at all 34 school campuses across the district.

The district is thankful to the Blue Valley community for validating the importance of education through their vote and continuing to support the district in tough economic times.

According to the Johnson County Election Office, 74,079 ballots were mailed to registered voters in the school district. A total of 28,538 ballots were cast, with 17,821 votes in favor of the proposal.