Conroe ISD Schedules Bond Election Presentations and Town Halls
September 27, 2023 | Conroe, Texas
In an effort to garner support in the community for the upcoming bond election on November 7th, Conroe Independent School District has scheduled several public presentations as well as town halls. Conroe ISD seems to be making every effort to direct the narrative about the nearly $2 billion proposed school bond, which has four propositions.
Prop A: $1.82 Billion, the largest proposition which includes 8 new schools, 3 additions, 5 major renovations, and 2 master plans plus other infrastructure; their “must pass” proposition
Prop B: $40 Million on technology devices alone
Prop C: $113 Million for 16 PE Elementary gyms being added to existing schools plus an Ag Barn
Prop D: $22.9 Million for an outdoor pool at the current Natatorium, plus refurbishments on the indoor pool
The breakdown in dollars for each bond can be found here.
Schedule of Informational Sessions
Wednesday, September 27, at 6 PM at The Woodlands Township
Thursday, September 28, at 9:30 AM at the Conroe City Council Meeting
Monday, October 2, at 6 PM at Grand Oaks High School
Saturday, October 14, from 9 AM – 1PM: Information Table at Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill
Schedule of Town Halls
Saturday, October 21, at 11 AM at the Jett Center
Monday, October 23, at 10 AM at the Jett Center
Monday, October 23, at Noon at the Jett Center
Wednesday, October 25, at 7 PM at the Shenandoah City Council Meeting
Conroe ISD has stated that additional sessions and town halls may be added. View the schedule as well as additional documentation on Conroe ISD’s website.
Tax Implications
At present, the district currently owes $1.6 Billion in bonds which amounts to $0.26 per $100 value on residences. The district is stating that the additional bond, if fully passed, would only amount to a $0.02 tax increase. The bond election also seems poorly timed given the upcoming election also has on the ballot an amendment to be voted for property tax relief (SB 2). If this does not pass, then where does this leave Conroe ISD residents with their taxes?
More details on the bond may be found at conroeisd.net/bond/.