Thorp School District Asking Voters to Approve $8.5 Million Referendum

Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 -- 10:00 AM

The School District of Thorp is pursuing a capital referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

According to the District Superintendent Adrian Foster, “The referendum will pay for critical maintenance needs. It will address problems like a leaky roof, air quality, mold and mildew concerns, leaky plumbing, failing electrical equipment, and worn out asphalt."

"Passing the $8.5M referendum will ensure that the school remains a safe and healthy facility for the future of our children and community who rely on it every day. Passing the referendum will also contribute to the long-term financial stability of our school district. This website (https://www.thorp.k12.wi.us/district/facility-planning.cfm) contains additional information on the referendum, a virtual tour of the facility, and estimated tax impact information.”

The School District of Thorp has remained fiscally conservative in its spending. The 2025-2026 mill rate was $5.62, below the state average of $7.09, and the lowest it has been in the last decade.

The estimated tax impact for the capital referendum is $5.33/month or $64/year per $100,000 assessed property value. The $0.64mill rate increase from this referendum will drop off in 2 years because the district has paid down existing debt early.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Foster with any questions, via email or at 715-669-5401 ext. 2020.

Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.