2026 Bond Initiative
Pima County Joint Technical Education District No. 11 has called a special bond election for November 3, 2026, asking voters to authorize up to $250,000,000 in general obligation bonds. If approved, the funds would be used for capital improvements including purchasing or leasing property, constructing or renovating buildings, and acquiring furniture, equipment, and technology.
At a Glance
- $250 million bond includes $186.3 million for Central campuses and $63.7 million for Satellite campuses to add, expand, and enhance Career and Technical Education programs
- Estimated average annual bond tax rate per $100 of assessed valuation: $0.14 – The tax impact over the term of the bonds on an owner-occupied residence valued at $250,000 is estimated to be $41 per year for 15 years
- Expanded programming to include, but not limited to: Agriscience, Automotive, Construction, Welding, Healthcare, Law & Public Safety, EMT, Digital Communications, Engineering, Robotics, and Manufacturing
- Pima JTED’s ADM (Average Daily Membership) has increased 77% over the past five years, and the District has had 600–800 students per year on waiting lists it has been unable to serve due to a lack of space
- Pima JTED serves all high-school-age students who reside in 14 member districts, its boundaries encompass 12,000 square miles, and include Pima County and parts of Santa Cruz and Pinal counties.
