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Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: Stay Informed By Attending Upcoming Community Bond Presentations

February 5, 2026

Lansing USD 469 is committed to sharing clear, factual information about the proposed March 3 bond election. As part of our ongoing information-sharing efforts, we invite communit...

Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: How LED Lighting Upgrades Save Money Over Time

February 4, 2026

One of the ways the proposed bond helps protect taxpayer investment is through energy-efficient upgrades that reduce long-term operating costs. One example is the district’s plann...

Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: How Lansing USD 469 Is Strengthening Preventative Maintenance

February 3, 2026

One of the most consistent messages we hear from our community is this: “If we invest in our facilities, how will the district ensure they are maintained moving forward?” That qu...

Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: Understanding the Financial Impact and Potential Tax Implications for a $400,000 Home

February 2, 2026

As shared in a previous bond information series post , school bonds are funded through a mill levy, which is applied to a property’s assessed value. Individual tax bills can vary ...

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Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: Understanding the Facts, Superintendent Kobza Bond Presentation

January 30, 2026

Lansing USD 469 is committed to sharing clear, factual information about the proposed bond election scheduled for March 3. To support transparency and accessibility, the distri...

Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: How Community Feedback Shaped the Bond Proposal

January 29, 2026

Community input has played a critical role in shaping Lansing USD 469’s proposed bond initiative. Before bringing any proposal forward, the district sought to better understand co...

When people talk about school taxes, they often mention something called a mill levy. Understanding how mill levies work can help explain how school bonds impact local taxes. A mill levy is a tax rate used to calculate property taxes. One mill equals $1 in taxes for every $1,000 of a property’s assessed value. How Property Taxes Are Calculated Property taxes are based on two main factors: 1. The mill levy (set by local governments, including school districts) 2. The assessed value of a home (determined by the county) The formula looks like this: Assessed Value × Mill Levy = Property Tax Amount For example, if a home’s assessed value increases, the tax bill may increase, even if the mill levy stays the same. What the School District Controls Lansing USD 469 can only control the mill levy, not individual home values. • The district does not set home values • Home values are determined by the county based on market conditions • If property values rise across the community, taxes may rise regardless of school funding decisions How This Relates to the Bond Election For the proposed bond: • Question 1 is structured to maintain the current school mill levy • If only Question 1 passes, there would be no mill levy increase • If both questions pass, a mill levy increase of approximately 0.746 would be required Even when mill levies remain steady, individual tax bills can still change due to fluctuations in property values. Understanding how mill levies work helps clarify what school districts can and cannot control when it comes to taxes.

Lansing USD469 Bond Information Series: Understanding Mill Levies: How School Taxes Work

January 28, 2026

When people talk about school taxes, they often mention something called a mill levy. Understanding how mill levies work can help explain how school bonds impact local taxes. ...

A school bond is a long-term financing tool that allows school districts to address major facility needs that cannot be funded through regular annual budgets. Bonds are used for: • Building systems (roofs, HVAC, electrical) • Safety and security upgrades • Facility repairs and modernization Bonds are not used for: • Salaries or benefits • Classroom supplies • Day-to-day operations

Lansing USD469 Bond information Series: What Is a School Bond?

January 27, 2026

A school bond is a long-term financing tool that allows school districts to address major facility needs that cannot be funded through regular annual budgets. Bonds are used f...

What to Know About the March 3 Bond Election

January 26, 2026

Over the coming weeks, Lansing USD 469 will be sharing clear, factual information about the upcoming March 3 bond election. Our goal is simple: to ensure our community has access...