Chireno ISD Calls for $11.2M Bond Election for New School

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The Chireno ISD Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to call a $11.2 million bond election that will appear on the May ballot. The proposed bond would fund the construction of a new elementary school, along with a parking lot and supporting infrastructure.

Why it matters

The new school is expected to address growing enrollment and aging facilities in the district. While most homeowners would see no increase in their school taxes, those with properties valued at $175,000 or more could see a monthly increase of less than $5 if the bond is approved.

The details

According to district officials, the average home value in Chireno ISD is around $145,000. With current local tax exemptions, the average homeowner does not pay school property taxes, and that is expected to remain unchanged even if the bond is approved. However, homeowners with properties valued at $175,000 or more would see a small monthly increase in their taxes if the bond is passed. The district also noted that roughly 65% of its net taxable value is tied to mineral values, and the financing plan is designed to take advantage of those values when they are strong while protecting the district if they decline.

• The bond election will appear on the May 2 ballot.
• Early voting will run from April 20 through April 28.

What’s next

Early voting will run from April 20 through April 28, and Election Day is May 2. All voting will take place at the Chireno Community Center.