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Cape Elizabeth Schools Taxes

Don’t Be Misled: Cape Elizabeth Taxes Will Skyrocket — There Is a Smarter Alternative

Please Understand the Real Costs Before You Vote on June 10 Cape Elizabeth residents deserve clear, honest information—not shifting messages or hidden agendas—about the proposed school construction bond. Here’s the straightforward truth: this bond proposal will result in massive, unsustainable tax hikes. Below, we outline the critical facts behind the proposal—and share why a smarter, […]

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Cape Elizabeth Schools Opinion

Janet Mill’s School Construction Commission Urges Smarter School Planning

Cape Elizabeth Should Listen The recent Interim Summary Report (April 15, 2025) from the Maine Commission on School Construction signals a decisive move away from expensive, single-building replacement projects like the one currently proposed by the Cape Elizabeth School Board and up for vote on June 10th, 2025. Instead, the Commission strongly recommends comprehensive, phased […]

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Cape Elizabeth Schools

A True Three-School Proposal for Cape Elizabeth Schools — (February 2025)

This Three School Solution builds on Harriman’s prior work, fully funds 100% of critical investments at all three schools, and saves taxpayers up to $42M compared to the middle-school-only plan. It enhances learning spaces, preserves key community resources, and ensures no deferred capital improvement costs—offering far more educational value for all students than the current proposal. And unlike the old “Option B,” this plan keeps student disruption […]