With 59.64% of the vote, Granger ISD’s bond proposition passed on Election Day, May 7.
“The Board of Trustees and I appreciate everyone who voted in this election and are grateful to Granger ISD voters for recognizing our need to plan for our future by supporting this bond,” says Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin. “We look forward to seeing the positive impact these projects will have on our students, teachers and community for years to come.”
Granger ISD staff calculated the district will double its student population within 10 years. As a result, the school board called for a $44 million bond proposal with the following projects:
• new secondary high school campus;
• baseball field;
• softball field;
• new football stadium with a track, weight room and field house;
• purchase of additional land;
• purchase of buses; and
• renovations and upgrades to the existing elementary campus.
“While it’s undeniable that our district will continue to grow, Grangerites decided to be proactive with our district to stay ahead of the game,” said Tommy Filla, Granger ISD board president. “Thank you to all who voiced their opinion and voted. Change is hard, but together we are unstoppable. A huge thank you to the Superintendent Neatherlin and the rest of the board for the many hours of work. As always, Granger proud.”
The district’s next step is to sell bonds in several increments over several years to schedule purchases as the taxable assessed values grow.
“Our first priority will be to address space for our academic programs,” said Neatherlin, adding that the district will begin with building the new high school on the land purchased off FM 971 between county roads 348 and 349. “We want to be proactive about the growth we know is coming and have spaces ready before our campuses reach their functional capacity limits.”
The estimated maximum tax impact of the bond proposal is 35 cents for a total tax rate of $1.26 per $100 valuation. Residents ages 65 and older are eligible for homestead exemptions filed with the Williamson County Appraisal District.
Our first priority will be to address space for our academic programs.” “
- Granger Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin
