In a special called meeting Monday, the Midway ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved calling an $83.5 million bond election with no tax rate increase. The proposal focuses on deferred maintenance, safety and technology, and critical district needs, while postponing new construction and growth projects recommended by the Facility Study Committee for future consideration.
“The needs are substantial, but the importance of taking the right steps to meet our community’s needs simply requires more due diligence,” Board President Pete Rusek said. “We respect the impact our decisions can make on our current and future families, our economy and workforce, the housing market, and the community’s quality of life. We need to get this right.”
The approved bond package includes:
- $75.65 million in capital improvements and deferred maintenance
- $6.5 million for classroom devices
- $1.35 million for LED lighting, security and technology
“The Facility Study Committee invested tremendous time and effort into identifying our district’s most pressing needs,” said Midway ISD Superintendent Dr. Chris Allen. “Our responsibility is to honor that work by making sure we bring forward a plan at the right time. Waiting allows us to incorporate important funding changes and updated enrollment data so we can make the most informed decision possible for our students and taxpayers.”
The board’s decision follows a months-long effort by the district’s Facility Study Committee, made up of 47 parents, staff, business leaders, and community members. The committee contributed more than 500 hours of work evaluating data, touring campuses, and prioritizing needs to recommend a fiscally responsible bond package to support the district’s future.
The $83.5 million bond would not raise the tax rate for Midway ISD taxpayers. In Texas, bond funds are one of the few ways school districts can pay for major facility and infrastructure needs. Much like a home mortgage, the district can cover bond payments within the current tax rate because of growth in the tax base. Midway ISD’s tax rate has already dropped 38 cents since 2018, and this bond would keep that lower rate in place.
Early voting will be held from October 20 through October 31, 2025. Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The last day to register to vote is October 6.
Over the next several weeks, Midway ISD will provide factual information about the bond through community presentations, publications, and a dedicated website with project details, tax impact explanations, and voting resources. Information about the Facility Study Committee’s work is also available at www.midwayisd.org/facilities-needs-assessment.
