To the editor:
Proposition A is a smart solution for the Mehlville School District. It secures vital funding for safe, well-maintained schools — without raising the current tax rate. With Prop A, we can keep our roofs solid, our buses running, our parking lots safe and our technology and HVAC systems up to date.
On August 21, the Mehlville Board of Education unanimously voted to place Prop A on the November 4 ballot. If approved, Prop A will generate an estimated $1.4 million each year, dedicated to ongoing maintenance and upgrades for our schools. “This means reliable support for essentials like roofing, buses, technology, parking lots, HVAC and building safety — ensuring every student learns in a secure, comfortable environment,” said Peggy Hassler, president of the Mehlville Board of Education.
Our schools’ needs don’t stop — they’re ongoing and predictable. Each year, we invest:
- $850,000 in roofing
- $700,000 in school buses
- $325,000 in parking lot maintenance
- $450,000 in technology and infrastructure
That’s $2.3 million annually for necessary upkeep. Prop A would cover about 61% of these recurring costs, providing a stable, long-term funding stream to preserve and protect our schools for generations.
Vote for Prop A on November 4 — because every student deserves a safe, well-equipped place to learn.
Dan Fowler
Oakville
Editor’s note: Dan Fowler served on the Mehlville Board of Education from 1989-1998 before stepping down. He held officer positions during six of his nine years on the school board and was elected as board president by his peers in 1992 and 1997.
