**Tyler ISD Board Approves $331.9 Million Bond Proposal for May 4 Election**
TYLER, Texas – The Tyler Independent School District Board of Trustees officially approved a $331.9 million bond proposal on February 13, setting the stage for voter consideration in a May 4 election. The comprehensive plan, divided into two propositions, aims to address critical facility needs and improve educational infrastructure across the district.
The larger of the two, Proposition A, totals $314.9 million and focuses on significant construction projects and districtwide improvements. Key components include a new Caldwell Arts Academy, estimated at $68.3 million, a new Hubbard Middle School at approximately $70.9 million, and a new Rice Elementary School costing $37.1 million. Additionally, Clarkston Elementary School is slated for classroom additions amounting to $10.8 million. The remaining $127.8 million within Proposition A is allocated for districtwide maintenance, encompassing HVAC systems, roofing, electrical and plumbing upgrades, safety enhancements, security measures, and paving.
Proposition B, totaling $17 million, is dedicated to constructing a new competition gymnasium at Legacy High School.
District officials state that the bond package will not require a tax rate increase, as it will be funded using existing debt service capacity. The proposal originated from the Citizens' Facility Planning Committee, which convened for ten weeks starting last October. The committee presented its recommendations to the Board on January 10, followed by a detailed workshop on January 25 to review the plan.
Voters in Tyler, Texas, will have the opportunity to cast their ballots on the bond propositions on May 4. This initiative follows the failure of a previous bond election in November 2022, with district leaders emphasizing the current proposal addresses the most critical needs identified within Tyler ISD.
For more details on the 2024 Bond Proposal, residents can visit the Tyler ISD website at TylerISD.org.
