Cheyenne Mountain District 12 Seeks $80 Million for School Improvements via November Ballot

Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, September 21, 2026 —

Cheyenne Mountain District 12 has announced it will present voters with an $80 million bond measure, identified as Ballot Issue 4B, during the upcoming November election. The proposed funding aims to address critical infrastructure needs and facility enhancements across the district.

The bond measure, if approved by voters, is earmarked for several key projects. A significant portion of the funds is designated for the complete rebuilding of Skyway Park Elementary. Additionally, the district plans to use the revenue to construct a new athletic field for its high school facilities. The remaining funds are allocated for upgrading various essential systems throughout district-wide facilities.

The district, serving the Colorado Springs-Pueblo area, is seeking voter approval to secure this substantial financial investment. The specific timeline for the execution of these projects, beyond the November ballot date, has not been detailed. Further information regarding the operational impact and specific project scopes is expected to be released by the district as the election approaches.

The nature of the ‘various systems’ requiring upgrades is broad, and specifics on which systems or buildings will receive attention will be subject to further planning and allocation decisions should the bond measure pass. The $80 million figure represents the total amount the district is seeking to raise through the bond measure.

Ballot Issue 4B represents a significant financial undertaking for Cheyenne Mountain District 12. The outcome of the November vote will determine the district’s capacity to proceed with these planned improvements, which are intended to modernize facilities and enhance educational and athletic resources for students.

Story summarized from the original created by Eric Young eric.young@gazette.com on gazette.com, see more information here.

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