"This was a rogue decision by a councilmember trying to further his own agenda."
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Ferndale School District is projected to have deficits of $1.5 million, $10.19 million and $17.25 million over the next three years.
"It takes all of the communities help to take care of these public schools."
Including an $8-million remodel of North Bellingham Elementary would have made the bond an easier sell.
"When bills are tight, paying $1,000 LESS this year in property taxes is a huge deal."
"If a family decided to move here now, what would a Realtor say?"
The local high school: "By far, is our most valuable public asset."
"It’s our responsibility to make well informed, rational decisions."
"We should be willing to incur the collective risk to ensure a prosperous future of the City."