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A proposed $110 million bond issue in Hutchinson faces opposition due to its total $202 million cost to taxpayers with interest.

The author argues that the negatives of the bond issue, such as an expensive new middle school, outweigh the proposed benefits.

Critics suggest the plan is unnecessarily costly and that more affordable alternatives were not seriously considered by the school board.

Last week, several reasons were outlined supporting Hutchinson's upcoming $110 million bond issue, which really is a $202 million outlay for taxpayers when interest on the bonds is included.

Chief advantages: Construction costs will get more expensive; existing bonds will soon pay off lowering what otherwise would a skyrocketing property tax increase; there are educational adva

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