Kayla Fournier

The Board of Trustees of the Lytle Independent School District ordered an election concerning the issuance of $20,650,000 of bonds for school facilities and the levying of a tax in payment of the principal and interest on the bonds. The proposition includes designing, constructing, renovating, improving, upgrading, updating, acquiring, and equipping school facilities. The election is scheduled for May 4, 2024.

The Lytle Independent School District is holding an election on May 4, 2024, regarding the issuance of $20,650,000 in bonds for school facilities and the levying of a tax to pay the principal and interest on the bonds. The bond proposition includes designing, constructing, renovating, improving, upgrading, updating, acquiring, and equipping school facilities. The election will be conducted in accordance with the Texas Election Code, with early voting and election day polling locations set up throughout Medina County. The notice also details the outstanding debt obligations of the District and provides voter information regarding the proposition.

The meeting addressed a range of topics including a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a construction proposal for the Justice of the Peace Precinct #3 project, and appointments of new directors and signers for the Atascosa County Industrial Development Corporation. The court also discussed setting a special meeting for canvassing votes from the General Election, adopting a new budget control policy, and an interlocal agreement for legislative consulting services. Additional items included an interlocal agreement for animal control services, the purchase of a lift gate, personnel matters, authorization for the Emergency Manager to sign an MOU, and an update on the Hazardous Mitigation Plan. The Commissioners also discussed a temporary water line request, the purchase of a soil compactor, and training course certifications. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, followed by discussion and possible action in open session. Finally, the court reviewed budget amendments, reports, and approved bills and payroll.

The Board of Directors ordered an election to confirm the creation of the District, elect permanent directors, approve the issuance of bonds for water, sewer, and drainage facilities, approve road bonds, and authorize a maintenance tax. The order approves the Engineering Report and cost estimates for the proposed works and facilities. Propositions were set for the election, including confirming the District's creation, authorizing bonds for water, sewer, and drainage, authorizing road bonds, and authorizing an annual ad valorem tax for maintenance and operations.