Midland Public Schools | Community Engagement Session 5 & 6: Reviewing Top Priorities

This was a community engagement session held by Midland Public Schools on May 8, 2026, focused on reviewing and prioritizing facility needs and funding strategies. The meeting involved presentations from district partners and a representative steering team, who shared insights on the district's facility challenges, funding mechanisms, and potential bond and sinking fund scenarios. Attendees participated in group exercises to rank priorities such as infrastructure replacement, elementary school utilization, career and technical education improvements, and instructional technology. Various funding options were discussed, including bond proposals ranging from one to over three mills with 20-25 year payback periods, and sinking funds for shorter-term needs. The session emphasized balancing community priorities, fiscal responsibility, and long-term strategic planning for capital improvements. No final decisions were made, but community feedback was gathered to inform future bond proposals and facility plans.