A $90 million bond to fund improvements to Moore Norman Technology Center was successfully passed by just under 52 percent of voters. The superintendent and CEO, Brian Ruttman, expressed gratitude for the community’s trust and labeled the outcome as a “tremendous victory.” The bond, which does not require a supermajority to pass, will be used to renovate existing facilities and build new ones to accommodate the growing demand for technical and vocational education. Workforce projections in industries such as construction and healthcare are driving the need for expansion at the school, with a focus on ensuring every qualified student has a seat by 2033.
The money will be distributed across three main areas, including construction trades, healthcare worker training, and business workforce development. Taxpayers in surrounding counties can expect a 1.25 percent property tax increase over 10 years to repay the bond. Preliminary work will begin in the fall, with major projects set to commence in 2026 and all projects scheduled for completion by 2033. The bond vote affects residents in Cleveland, Oklahoma, and McClain counties within the Moore Norman Tech district. Industry feedback and workforce projections support the need for the improvements, with a goal of meeting the demand for skilled workers in critical areas by the mid-2030s.
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