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2026 Bond Election

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2026 Bond Facts

In November 2026, voters living within Gilbert Public Schools boundaries in Gilbert and Mesa will decide on a proposed $136 million bond - Proposition 422. Voters last approved a Bond in November 2019.

What is a Bond?

A bond provides school districts with additional funding for necessary facility capital renovations and for purchasing equipment and technology for instruction. Taxpayers approve the school district selling general obligation bonds. Capital funding through the annual funding formula is limited and not adjusted for inflation. Because of this fact, Arizona Revised Statutes allow school districts to request bond authorization. School districts can seek bond approval from taxpayers.

2026 Bond Factsheets

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Patterson Elementary
Patterson Elementary

2026 Bond Plan for Patterson Elementary

High Priority Needs for Patterson Elementary

Critical Facility Needs:

  • HVAC System
  • Roofing
  • Fire Alarm System

Safety Site Work:

  • Asphalt Upgrades

Technology Enhancements:

  • Security with Unified Paging System
  • Classroom AV Refresh

Process for completion of projects depends on availability of funds and prioritization of needs.

2015 and 2019 Patterson Elementary Bond Projects

  • Critical Facility Upgrades: HVAC System
  • Exterior Paint Upgrade
  • Computer Lab Renovations

Thank you to our community for supporting the 2015 and 2019 Bond Programs approved by voters, which funded these projects for our school.

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Important Election Dates:

OCTOBER 5 - Last day for voter registration
OCTOBER 7 - Ballots mailed to voters
OCTOBER 27 - Mail ballot by
NOVEMBER 3 - Last day to drop off ballot
NOVEMBER 3 - Election Day

Verify your voter registration at azsos.gov/elections

GPS District 2026 Bond Webpage

2026 Bond Plan Highlights From Feeder Schools

Mesquite Junior High

2026 Mesquite Junior High Bond Plan:

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Critical Facility Needs:

HVAC Systems
Plumbing Systems

Critical Electrical Upgrades
Technology Enhancements

Mesquite Junior High Website