Tyler, TX – Voters in the Tyler Independent School District overwhelmingly approved both Proposition A and Proposition B in the May 4th election, paving the way for a $545 million bond package to fund significant facility improvements and technology upgrades across the district. District officials confirmed the passage, emphasizing that the bond will not result in a tax rate increase for residents.
Proposition A, totaling $490 million, will address critical needs and growth within Tyler ISD. Key projects include the construction of brand-new buildings for Bell Elementary and Clarkston Elementary. Hubbard Middle School is slated for major renovations and an addition to modernize its facilities. Both Tyler High and Tyler Legacy High will receive new fine arts and Career and Technical Education (CTE) additions, alongside other campus renovations.
To accommodate the district's rapid growth, particularly in the southern and southwestern areas of the district, a new middle school designed for 800 to 1,000 students will be constructed. The bond also allocates funds for a new district-wide performing arts center equipped with modern amenities and the acquisition of up to two sites for future school development.
Proposition B, a $55 million investment, focuses entirely on enhancing educational technology. This will ensure every K-12 student receives a one-to-one device and will fund substantial upgrades to Wi-Fi and network infrastructure across all district campuses.
Dr. Marty Crawford, Superintendent of Tyler ISD, confirmed the successful passage of both propositions. "This bond package represents a monumental step forward for our students, staff, and the entire Tyler community," Dr. Crawford stated. "We are incredibly grateful for the trust voters have placed in us to deliver state-of-the-art learning environments and essential technological tools without raising the tax rate."
Andy Bergfeld, President of the Tyler ISD Board of Trustees, expressed his satisfaction with the outcome. "The support shown by our community is a clear endorsement of our commitment to educational excellence," Bergfeld remarked. "We look forward to embarking on the design and construction phases and will ensure transparency through the formation of a Bond Oversight Committee."
With the bond's approval, Tyler ISD is now moving into the design, planning, and construction phases for these projects. The district plans to form a Bond Oversight Committee to monitor the progress and expenditures of the bond funds, ensuring accountability to taxpayers. Further information on the bond projects and district updates can be found at www.tylerisd.org.
