On May 12, 2026, voters in Tri-City United Public Schools did not approve a $39,990,000 bond referendum intended to address facility needs and improve learning environments across all PreK–12 school buildings.

According to unofficial election results, the referendum received 1055 YES (48.5%) and 1120 NO (51.5%).

The proposal reflected ongoing facility needs identified through district planning and community input. It focused on maintaining building systems, addressing space needs, and supporting learning environments across the district.

Superintendent Kevin Babcock shared the following statement:

“We appreciate the community’s engagement throughout this process and the time many took to learn more and participate in the vote. While this outcome was not the one we were working toward, the needs identified remain. We will continue to plan carefully and work to meet the needs of our students and schools moving forward.”

The district will take time to review the results, gather feedback, and determine next steps. Facility needs remain, and the district will continue planning for how best to address them moving forward.