The three bond project propositions A, B and C up for election this past May 6th passed. Propositions D for 3 new multi-purpose indoor facilities and proposition E for a new Performing Arts Center failed to pass.
Election results are unofficial until they are canvassed at the board meeting on May 15, 2023
Proposition A - $538 million - passed with 57% of the vote
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Replacement of Barton ES, Farine ES and Crockett MS
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Renovation of 32 Remaining Schools Across the District
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2 Baby Universities (Tuition- Based Employee Childcare Centers)
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Career and Technology Education (CTE) Center
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Fine Arts Transportation and Equipment
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Safety and Security Upgrades
Proposition B - $18 million - passed with 56% of the vote
- Technology Upgrades
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Provide students and staff with computers
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Upgrade Network Infrastructure
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Provide students and staff with secured high-speed access to Wi-Fi & Internet
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Implement Cybersecurity Systems
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Proposition C - $17 million - passed with 51% of the vote
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Replacement of Student Transportation & Logistics Center
Proposition D - $45 million - failed with 52% against vs 48% in favor
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3 New Multi-Purpose Indoor Facilities (Football, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Marching Band, STEM, JROTC)
Proposition E - $83 million - failed with 54% against vs 46% in favor
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New Performing Arts Center
According to the school district, the total I&S tax impact for all five propositions is 7.3 cents.
“We would like to thank our Long-Term Facilities and Bond Planning Committees for their tireless efforts for the students of Irving ISD,” says Irving ISD Superintendent Magda Hernandez. “To our voters - thank you for saying yes to our kids and teachers.Our students and staff deserve the best, and they will get that with the passing of these bond propositions.”
