Bond History

Proposition R was a $207 million local facilities bond approved by 60% of East County voters in November 2002 for the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District (GCCCD), resulting in 41 districtwide infrastructure improvements and the construction or modernization of 13 major facilities across both the Grossmont and Cuyamaca college campuses. The focus was on essential campus repairs, infrastructure upgrades, technology modernization, and construction of new instructional and student support facilities.

More than 58% of East County voters cast ballots in 2012 approving Proposition V, as work was wrapping up on Proposition R. Proposition V is a $398 million general obligation bond for building and/or upgrading career and workforce training facilities for technology, science, medical, public safety, and other in-demand fields; expanding and modernizing Veterans support centers at both Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges; updating technology in classrooms, libraries, and science labs; and improving access for anyone with a disability.

Measures were bolstered by endorsements and outreach from taxpayer associations, veterans’ groups, business and community service organizations that highlighted the bonds’ connection to workforce training, economic mobility, veterans’ services, and community development. Trust has been reinforced by clean financial audits and open communication with the District’s Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC).

The District’s current bond funds have been audited and praised for financial transparency, earning perfect grades for the past four years from the San Diego County Taxpayers Association (SDCTA).

More than 24 years of appreciation for our community

As part of our commitment to transparency and fiscal accountability, the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) was established to independently monitor the allocation and expenditure of bond funds. For the past four years, the District has consistently been awarded an A+ bond transparency rating by the San Diego County Tax Payers Association (SDCTA).

The bonds have allowed the District to make substantial upgrades and renovations at both Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges, including safety upgrades and innovative improvements for career training facilities, science, and medical programs. While there are still repairs remaining, the colleges are better equipped competitively prepare students for transfer and career success.

Our colleges provide more than 30,000 East County students, including student veterans and their families, with access to a high-quality, affordable college education.
A recent economic impact report found that the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on San Diego County, making Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges a great investment for students, taxpayers, and society.
The vital workforce development skills, job training, and job placement services provided by our colleges support local and regional business and industry, and have a direct impact on improving the local economy.