New Mexico Bond Question 2 (2008)
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New Mexico Bond Question 2, also known as Bond Question B, appeared on the November 4, 2008 ballot in New Mexico, along with three other bond questions as part of the 2008 Capital Projects General Obligation Bond Act passed by the New Mexico State Legislature.
All four bond measures were approved by voters, and the total amount is $223,802,000 ($22.3 million).
2008 election results
These election results are based on the New Mexico Elections Division.[1]
| Bond Question 2 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes or no | Votes | Percentage | ||
 Yes
| 349,304 | 52% | ||
| No | 317,355 | 48% | ||
| Total votes | 666,659 | 100% | ||
Specific Provisions
Bond Question 2 enacted the following provisions:
- Authorized the issuance and sale of library acquisition bonds not to exceed $11,019,000.
- The funds allow for capital expenditures for academic, public and tribal library acquisitions.
- Provides for a general property tax imposition and levy for the payment of principal of, interest on and expenses incurred in connection with the issuance of the bonds and for the collection of the tax as permitted by law.
Supporters
Editorial Support:
Arguments in Support
Notable arguments made in support of the measure included:
- The bonds will benefit many areas with minimal impact financially
See also
External links
References
- ↑ New Mexico Elections Division, 2008 Election Results
- ↑ La Cruces News: "GO Bonds Our choice: We support them," Oct 21, 2008
- ↑ Santa Fe New Mexican: "Our views on N.M.'s amendments, bonds," Oct 10, 2008
