§ 103503 Bond Issuance Authorization Rules
If at least 60% of the people who vote on a proposition say yes, the board can issue bonds for the amount that was approved.
A city wants to raise $5 million for a new park. 1,200 residents vote, and 800 vote yes.
Because 800 ÷ 1,200 = 66.7% which is more than 60%, the board is allowed to issue the bonds to get the money for the park.
Required yes votes = 0.60 × Total votes cast
A school district proposal gets 800 votes total.
Result: Yes votes (500) ≥ Required yes votes (480), so the 60% rule is satisfied and the board can issue the bonds.
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§ 103503 Bond Issuance Authorization Rules
Last verified: January 11, 2026