![Elementary 11]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1576786669/rsdedu/wcatb7hxf78a80w5jlmc/Elementary11.jpg","width":2200}])
This project will build a new elementary in West Richland. It will temporarily house students and staff from Tapteal Elementary in 2019-20.
2017 Bond
Bonds are for building.
In February 2017, our community approved a $99 million bond issue to build new schools, replace existing schools and make other facility improvements across our district. The bond also allowed the district to apply for about $42 million in state assistance dollars to augment the community's contributions. Projects covered by the bond included:
- Replacement of Badger Mountain Elementary
- Replacement of Tapteal Elementary
- Construction of a new elementary school on Belmont Boulevard in West Richland
- Renovation of the Richland High School auditorium
- Home side improvements and installation of field turf at Fran Rish Stadium
- Improved athletic fields at Hanford High School
- Construction of a new RSD Teaching, Learning & Administrative Center
- Renovation of the 1982 wing of the old Jefferson Elementary into the Early Learning Center
- Classroom additions/land purchases throughout the district
![Teaching, Learning & Administration Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1603600830/rsdedu/noq7zryhxa9rmtryb7y7/TLACfrontEMAIL.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1603600830/rsdedu/noq7zryhxa9rmtryb7y7/TLACfrontEMAIL.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1603600830/rsdedu/noq7zryhxa9rmtryb7y7/TLACfrontEMAIL.jpg","width":650}])
This project will build a new administrative building for most district-level staff on land adjacent to Leona Libby Middle School in West Richland.
![Early Learning Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1551890522/rsdedu/jogdkcecixb4ung81ldy/ELCExterior.jpg","width":2200}])
This project is a renovation of the 1982 wing of the old Jefferson Elementary into a space serving the district's Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) and developmental preschool. The renovations will take place over several years.
![Tapteal Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633362455/rsdedu/uaz7o0xc9r3fum4mfjhj/Tapteal-web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1633362455/rsdedu/uaz7o0xc9r3fum4mfjhj/Tapteal-web.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1633362455/rsdedu/uaz7o0xc9r3fum4mfjhj/Tapteal-web.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1633362455/rsdedu/uaz7o0xc9r3fum4mfjhj/Tapteal-web.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1633362455/rsdedu/uaz7o0xc9r3fum4mfjhj/Tapteal-web.jpg","width":1600}])
This project will build a new Tapteal Elementary on the same location of the school's former building in West Richland.
![Hanford High School athletic fields]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1646152915/rsdedu/wniwkbtiktiosckjwhg6/editedIMG_3952.jpg","width":2200}])
This project aims to update and enhance athletic fields at Hanford High School for physical education classes, marching band practices and athletic team practices and games.
![Richland High School Auditorium]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1551890830/rsdedu/s5bhikmtwlq0jv9yzr7x/RHSauditorium.jpg","width":2200}])
This project aims to update and enhance the auditorium at Richland High School to provide a better venue for students, community groups and other performers.
![A rendering of Fran Rish stadium improvements.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1628028462/rsdedu/jqzhyfp6svebqfjbbphw/FranRish-web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1628028462/rsdedu/jqzhyfp6svebqfjbbphw/FranRish-web.jpg","width":467}])
This project aims to update and enhance the field and the home side bleachers of Fran Rish Stadium at Richland High School to provide a better experience for spectators and student-athletes.
![A rendering of the main entry of the new Badger Mountain Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1572386979/rsdedu/jxq6gb8qne1zzuyjqfja/BMEPresentationBoardsMainEntryRendering.jpg","width":1855}])
This project will build a new Badger Mountain Elementary on the same location of the school's former building in south Richland.
Construction Bonds Tax Rate
| 2021 | $1.99 |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $2.13 |
|
2019 |
$2.21 |
|
2018 |
$2.10 (passage of February 2017 bond) |
| 2017 | $1.60 |
| 2016 | $1.56 |
| 2015 | $1.58 |
| 2014 | $1.56 (passage of February 2013 bond) |
| 2013 | $1.17 |
| 2012 | $1.21 |
| 2011 | $1.32 |
| 2010 | $1.38 |
| 2009 | $1.43 |
| 2008 | $1.61 |
| 2007 | $1.80 |
| 2006 | $1.90 |
| 2005 | $1.98 |
| 2004 | $2.25 |