PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Mt. Hood Community College is celebrating after voters narrowly approved a $136 million bond measure in Tuesday’s election.
With the passage of Measure 26-258, the bond will fund upgrades to campus buildings, safety improvements, as well as classrooms and other learning spaces, MHCC administration said.
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According to the Secretary of State’s election results page, returns showed the bond passing at 50.16% – a difference of only 131 votes.
The win also marks the first successful bond measure for the Gresham-based college in 50 years, after they tried for bond requests six previous times since opening in 1966.
“We are profoundly grateful to our community for this vote of confidence,” said MHCC President Dr. Lisa Skari. “With the passage of Measure 26-258, we can now take bold steps to modernize our facilities and create learning environments that match the excellence of our students and faculty—so that everyone has an opportunity to get a great education.”
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The college added the funds from the bond will also be used to repair and replace outdated HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, as well as “enhance safety an accessibility across campus.”
MHCC further noted they will begin implementing the bond in the coming months and appoint an oversight committee to “ensure transparency and accountability.”
