**Tyler ISD Voters to Decide on $344.8 Million Bond Package in November Election**
Tyler, TX – Voters in the Tyler Independent School District will cast their ballots on a $344.8 million bond package during the upcoming general election, with Election Day scheduled for November 7th. The proposed bond, unanimously called by the Board of Trustees in August following recommendations from the Citizens Facility Advisory Committee (CFAC), aims to address significant growth in student enrollment and update aging and overcrowded district facilities.
The comprehensive bond package is divided into three separate propositions, each targeting specific areas of district need. Early voting for the election will run from October 23rd through November 3rd.
**Proposition A: $220.8 Million for Middle Schools and District-Wide Upgrades**
The largest component, Proposition A, allocates $220.8 million primarily to middle school improvements and district-wide safety enhancements. Key projects include the construction of a new Stewart Middle School and major renovations for Bell, Clarkston, and Three Lakes Middle Schools. Additionally, all middle schools would receive new athletic facilities, such as tracks, tennis courts, and fields for softball and baseball. The proposition also covers significant safety and security upgrades across all district campuses, including new intercom systems, cameras, and access control systems, alongside the replacement of some school buses.
**Proposition B: $118.8 Million for Elementary Schools**
Proposition B, totaling $118.8 million, focuses on elementary school modernizations. This includes the replacement of two existing campuses with brand new facilities for Peete Elementary and Owens Elementary. Major renovations are also planned for Rice Elementary and Woods Elementary Schools. Similar to Proposition A, this measure would fund additional safety and security upgrades for elementary campuses throughout the district.
**Proposition C: $5.2 Million for Career & Technology Center**
The smallest proposition, Proposition C, is set at $5.2 million and targets specific enhancements at the district's Career & Technology Center (CTC). Funds from this proposition would establish a new Agricultural Science Facility and expand the existing welding shop, supporting specialized career training programs for students.
Tyler ISD's enrollment is projected to continue its upward trend, making the proposed bond crucial for accommodating future students and providing modern learning environments. Voters can find more information about the bond package, including detailed project lists and financial impact, on the Tyler ISD website at www.tylerisd.org.
