Brian Allen

This document is an official order from the Board of Trustees of the Birdville Independent School District to call a bond election on May 2, 2026. The election proposes the authorization of bonds totaling $475,487,500 for district-wide school facilities, safety and security upgrades, new school buses, and instructional technology equipment, to be repaid through annual ad valorem taxes.

The Board of Trustees adopted an Order Calling a Bond Election for November 5, 2024. The election will allow voters to decide on Proposition A, authorizing the issuance of up to $48,000,000 in bonds for constructing, improving, and equipping multi-purpose indoor facilities at each high school. The order details the process for the election administration by Tarrant County, including provisions for election day polling places, early voting timelines (October 21, 2024, to November 1, 2024), and voting by mail procedures. Furthermore, the document outlines required disclosures regarding the proposition, principal amount, estimated maximum interest rate (5.00%), projected amortization period (25 years), and current outstanding debt obligations of the District.

The Board of Trustees ordered a bond election to be held on November 5, 2024. The election proposes authorizing the issuance of $48,000,000 in bonds for constructing, improving, and equipping multi-purpose indoor facilities at each high school, supported by an ad valorem tax levy. The order outlines findings regarding the necessity and legal compliance, details on election administration through Tarrant County, including polling places and early voting dates (October 21, 2024, to November 1, 2024). Specific financial details regarding outstanding debt obligations and estimated interest rates for the proposed bonds are also documented. A subsequent Order Canvassing Election Returns details that Proposition A did not receive a favorable majority vote (25,395 FOR vs. 28,244 AGAINST) and therefore did not pass, as documented on November 19, 2024.

The Board of Trustees adopted an Order calling for a bond election to be held on November 5, 2024. The election proposition seeks authorization to issue $48,000,000 in bonds for constructing, improving, and equipping multi-purpose indoor facilities at each high school, and to levy sufficient ad valorem taxes to pay the principal and interest on these bonds. The document confirms the meeting complied with public notice requirements. Detailed information regarding early voting dates (October 21 to November 1, 2024), election day polling places, voting by mail procedures, and debt obligation details, including the current outstanding principal debt of $621,060,000.00, were provided.

The discussion centered on the capacity of Richland Middle School, initially designed for 800 students. The board explored the possibility of expanding the capacity to accommodate an additional 100 students, considering potential future growth and the impact of a new elementary school in the area. Concerns were raised about demographical data and trends, including the potential return of students from competitive public schools. The board members agreed to proceed with the 900 student revision.