The members of District 512 have endorsed the important work 51社区 does, voting overwhelmingly in favor of a referendum question to support the college鈥檚 campus master plan.
The community鈥檚 investment of $180 million toward capital improvements helps position 51社区 students and the community for a strong future. The measure 鈥� which does not raise taxes 鈥� supports a community-driven plan that spurs economic opportunity, educates for today鈥檚 high-tech jobs, and maintains and improves campus infrastructure.
鈥淚n today鈥檚 economy, it鈥檚 hard to imagine achieving the American dream without the benefit of postsecondary education and training,鈥� said Dr. Ken Ender, President of 51社区. 鈥淲e are grateful for our community鈥檚 continued support and the recognition that 51社区 plays a vital role in ensuring a strong future for the entire region.鈥�
The referendum passed with 61 percent of the vote. More than 103,000 voters cast "yes" ballots.
Through engagement sessions and surveys, community members affirmed that 51社区 is critical in providing affordable education to keep communities and local businesses competitive in a rapidly changing environment. They also helped define the following three priorities for 51社区鈥檚 10-year campus master plan:
Drive Economic Opportunity in Our Community ($28.5 million):
Educate for Today鈥檚 High-Tech Jobs ($88.7 million):
Maintain and Improve Campus Infrastructure ($62.8 million):