Go Rocket City - Vote YES

From our superintendent, Steve Edwards:

Good afternoon Rockets!

Thomas Edison once said, “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”

As you are likely aware, our 2021 Bond Initiative was not passed last evening.

I’d like to offer my sincere thanks to the Board of Education, staff and many community members involved in developing the bond proposal and sharing information across the district.

I also want to thank everyone who attended a community forum or information session, participated in a survey, visited our web site, or pursued other avenues to learn about the bond and provide us with valuable feedback on this plan.

This proposal took a conservative approach to assess what we need to move our district forward to help develop well-rounded and successful students. It was focused on safety and infrastructure, developing modern learning spaces, fine arts improvements, athletic and physical education replacements, technology upgrades, and furnishing replacements.

This is a challenging time for many as we navigate the evolving impacts of COVID-19, which is why the election was postponed from the original vote date of May 2020. We know that this continued uncertainty could have played a role in the result of the election.

We will carefully evaluate where the bond plan or outreach to inform voters fell short in achieving passage. We will consider which components of the plan need to be adjusted to better meet the needs of our community.

I continue to remain convicted that it’s important to prepare for the best future possible, and look forward to working with you in achieving this outcome for Reeths-Puffer students, staff and community.

Stay well, Rockets!

Sincerely,

Steve

Steve Edwards

Superintendent, Reeths-Puffer Schools

Rocket City, thank you for helping us get the word out about the bond proposal. The results may not have been what we had hoped for, but we will always continue to support our students and community. We appreciate all of the encouragement and positivity you’ve shown!

Huge shout out to all of our campaign volunteers. Many evenings and weekends were spent engaging with the community about the bond proposal. Thank you for your time and dedication!

TODAY! Today is the day we vote YES for the future of Reeths-Puffer schools! Have you returned your ballot or visited your local polling station?

Polls are open until 8:00pm!

Do you know where to vote on Tuesday?

Do you have a first-time voter in your household who would like to get registered?

The clerks office is open to assist you, tomorrow 7am-3pm

The Muskegon Township clerk's office (1990 E. Apple Ave) will be open Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm for anyone wanting to register to vote or get an absentee ballot.
For those voting on the Reeths Puffer Bond Proposal, please remember that precincts 2 and 3 have been relocated to 2330 Holton Rd. Both precincts will be voting at the same location. The only Muskegon Township residents voting by May 4, 2021 are those in the Reeths Puffer School District.