2025 GPPSS Bond — Approved

This page archives the November 4, 2025 bond proposal. The bond was approved by voters; construction at Elworthy Field is now underway.

Outcome

On November 4, 2025, Grosse Pointe voters approved the GPPSS bond proposal. $2.25 million was allocated to Elworthy Field tennis court improvements. Read our letter to the community celebrating the result.

What Was on the Ballot

The bond represented a zero tax rate increase opportunity to invest in critical infrastructure improvements across GPPSS, including $2.25 million specifically allocated to Elworthy Field tennis court improvements.

Key Statistics

• $2.25 Million allocated to Elworthy Field improvements
• 3.14 mills — debt millage rate maintained (no increase)
• November 4, 2025 — Election Day (bond approved)

Elworthy-Specific Projects ($2.25M)

The approved bond includes $2.25 million for Elworthy Field improvements:

1. Replace 10 cracked asphalt tennis courts with post-tensioned concrete courts
2. Replace existing broken tennis court lights with new LED fixtures
3. Replace perimeter fencing surrounding tennis courts

Court design is underway. New tennis courts and LED lighting are planned for summer 2027.

Zero Tax Increase

According to PFM Financial Advisors documentation, this bond renewal maintained the debt millage rate of 3.14 mills with zero tax rate increase. The bond replaced expiring debt, ensuring no additional tax burden on property owners.

Official Resources

• Official GPPSS Bond Page — Complete bond information
• PFM Financial Analysis — Official financial documentation
• Ballot Resolution — Official ballot language
• Bond Advisory Committee Documents — Committee recommendations

What's Next

With bond funding secured, Friends of Elworthy is focused on:

• New tennis courts and LED lighting in summer 2027
• A community share of about $1.55M, once our nonprofit launches and giving opens

See the timeline on our homepage or speak up on Nov. 9.