Seward Public School District Voters Approve $25 Million Bond Issue

The bond will fund capital improvements, repairs, and site upgrades across the district.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

Seward Public School District voters have overwhelmingly approved a $25 million bond issue to fund capital improvements, repairs, and site upgrades across the district. The bond passed by a better than 2:1 margin, signaling strong community support for investing in the local school system.

Why it matters

The passage of this bond issue will allow the Seward Public School District to address long-standing infrastructure needs and make critical upgrades to school facilities. This investment is seen as vital for maintaining the quality of education and supporting the growing student population in the district.

The details

The $25 million bond will fund a range of projects, including renovations, repairs, and site improvements at schools across the Seward Public School District. District officials have identified pressing needs such as roof replacements, HVAC system upgrades, and safety enhancements that will be addressed through the bond funding.

  • The bond issue was put to a vote on February 11, 2026.

The players

Seward Public School District

The local public school district serving the Seward, Nebraska community.

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What’s next

The school district will now begin the process of issuing the bonds and planning the specific improvement projects to be undertaken with the $25 million in funding.

The takeaway

The overwhelming approval of this bond issue demonstrates the Seward community's strong commitment to investing in the quality and infrastructure of its public schools, which are seen as vital assets for the town's future.