The public is invited to learn more about an upcoming referendum.  

The Hustisford School Board passed a referendum resolution on Monday, January 19. According to Hustisford Interim Superindendent Todd Bugnacki, an operational referendum question will appear on the April 7 ballot.     

"The question would go toward the use of those dollars to address our operational deficit, which continues to grow," according to Bugnacki. "The question that will be asked of the public is to approve a dollar amount for us to borrow to address our deficit and to continue with the operation of our district and to maintain our educational programs."

Bugnacki says the referendum is for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. It would allow the school district to borrow $3.75 million over the course of two years - $1.875 million each year. 

They are asking for two years so, during that time,  the board can make plans to potentially consolidate with neighboring districts. The worst case scenario for the Hustisford School District, if the referendum fails, is to dissolve.   

Area towns and villages are allowing the Hustisford School District to share information about the referendum at their regular government meetings.

It's scheduled for Monday, March 9 at 7 p.m. at the regular Hustisford Village Board meeting in the Hustisford Village Hall, 201 S. Lake Street. Another presentation is planned at the Clyman Town Board meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 9. It will take place at 735 Main Street, in Clyman.