The Mars Area School Board is continuing the process of funding an expansion project at their elementary school.
At their meeting Tuesday night, board members unanimously approved a resolution to authorize the issuance of General Obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $11.875 million.
This is expected to take place sometime next month. The first bond for $10 million was secured last year.
The district will then need to issue another bond next year in the amount of about $5 million to finish paying for the project with smaller bonds allowing for lower interest rates as well as a more favorable tax situation.
This just over $21 million project includes a new wing at the elementary school. Once completed, the new facility will house kindergarten through third grade students.
