UPDATE: Voters across several Central Texas school districts have just finalized crucial bond and VATRE election results from the November 4, 2023 ballot, impacting local education funding significantly. Here’s what you need to know RIGHT NOW about which propositions passed and which were rejected.
Manor ISD faced three propositions on the ballot, aiming to secure a total of $384.5 million. Prop A sought $359.5 million for school renovations, security enhancements, and new buses. Prop B requested $8.5 million for technology upgrades, while Prop C aimed to allocate $16.5 million for performing arts at Manor High School. Voters decisively rejected all propositions, signaling a setback for the district’s ambitious plans.
In contrast, Taylor ISD saw success with both of its propositions. Prop A, a bond for $147 million, will fund significant school construction and renovations. Prop B, a VATRE, will generate funds for student programs and corporate partnerships, earning voter approval as well.
Liberty Hill ISD also scored a victory, with voters approving its VATRE intended to provide $10.7 million for student programs, safety, and staff retention. This approval reflects community support for enhancing educational quality and security.
Meanwhile, Coupland ISD faced disappointment as voters rejected Prop A, the VATRE that would have added $240,939 to maintenance and operations revenue. The district aimed to use these funds for staff payments and essential supplies.
In Hays CISD, voters also rejected Prop A, which proposed a 12-cent increase in the maintenance and operations tax rate, expected to generate $26 million for staff raises and operational improvements. This rejection raises questions about the district’s future staffing capabilities and program support.
Lastly, Blanco ISD presented Prop A, a VATRE designed to increase the M&O tax rate by two cents, potentially generating nearly $500,000 annually. This funding was crucial for maintaining student programs and ensuring small class sizes, but results remain pending.
As these election results unfold, the implications for Central Texas education systems are profound. School districts will need to navigate funding challenges and community expectations moving forward.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and how it will affect students and educators in the region. For comprehensive election results, visit KVUE.com/elections.
