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Published February 23, 2012, 09:43 AM

Information offered about dog track referendum

The Hudson School District has scheduled three information presentations about the April 3 referendum on the purchase of the former St. Croix Meadows dog track.

The Hudson School District has scheduled three information presentations about the April 3 referendum on the purchase of the former St. Croix Meadows dog track.

Sessions are set for Feb. 27 at the North Hudson Village Hall, on March 8 at Willow River Elementary School in Lee Auditorium, and on March 27 at River Crest Elementary School. All the sessions begin at 7 p.m.

Information tables will also be set up during parent/teacher conferences at district schools on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 4-8 p.m.

The presentations will be made by Superintendent Mary Bowen-Eggebraaten and at least one member of the Board of Education. Information will include:

  • Enrollment growth history.

  • Space needs and the impact of overcrowding at the Hudson Middle School and Hudson High School.

  • Why St. Croix Meadows is a sound solution and a good value.

  • Financing the purchase and the impact on taxpayers.

  • An evaluation of district property on County UU and property for sale by St. Croix County at Vine Street and Carmichael Road.

  • Planning process for a new secondary school if the referendum passes.

  • What solutions exist if the referendum fails.

    Community members will be able to ask questions at each session.

    For more information go online at www.hudson.k12.wi.us or call the superintendent’s office at (715) 377-3702.

    Questions and feedback can also be directed to the school board members and administrators at connections@hudson.k12.wi.us

    Updates will also appear on the district’s website, www.hudson.k12.wi.us

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