Montevideo Public Schools will host an informal meeting on January 19, 2026, to discuss the upcoming “Right Plan, Right Now!” bond referendum. The meeting is scheduled for 18:00 at Talking Waters, located at 205 South 1st Street in downtown Montevideo. This gathering provides an opportunity for residents to learn about the district’s facility needs, review the proposed plans, and understand the tax implications associated with the bond question that will appear on the February 10, 2026, ballot.
The district is seeking authorization to issue up to $42 million in general obligation school building bonds. This funding aims to address critical facility needs within the Montevideo Public Schools system. District officials will be present at the meeting to answer any questions from community members.
According to Dr. Jamie Skjeveland, Superintendent of Montevideo Public Schools, “Your voice matters, and your questions are welcome. We want to ensure every community member has the information they need to make an informed decision about the referendum.”
In addition to discussing the bond referendum, agricultural landowners are particularly encouraged to attend. They will have the opportunity to learn about the Ag2School Tax Credit, which offers a 70% property tax credit from the state of Minnesota on agricultural land concerning the tax impact of the proposed bonding.
Early voting for the referendum is currently underway. For more information about the bond proposal and details regarding the upcoming meeting, residents are encouraged to visit the district’s official websites at www.montevideoschools.org and www.montevideoreferendum2026.com.
