The Hicksville Board of Education has authorized a revised bond referendum for June 19. At this time, residents of the district will be asked to vote on two separate propositions regarding capital projects.

The first proposition will seek approval to borrow up to $33,250,000 for technology and facilities projects. The second proposition, which can only take effect if the first proposition passes, seeks approval to borrow an additional $5,710,000 for improvements to the building facilities and grounds. In addition to the passing of proposition one, the second proposition must also pass on its own.

The board modified the original bond proposal defeated in a March 20 referendum, in response to public comments. The high school science room/laboratory and several roofing projects were removed from the bond and added to the annual budget. Elementary school kitchens were taken out of the bond completely, while other projects including fountains, asphalt and ceiling tiles were reduced in scope. The new bond also provides for the financing of computer equipment over a five-year period.

The board scheduled the new bond vote for June 19 because in the state budget, proposed by the governor, there is a proposal to reduce state building aid on projects approved after July 1, 2002. If the state budget were passed without revision, this proposal would significantly reduce the amount of state building aid for which Hicksville is eligible.

The district will be mailing information about the upcoming bond referendum to all district residents.