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WEIMAR — The Weimar ISD Board of Trustees approved placing two bond propositions totaling $15 million before voters to fund renovations and improvements throughout the district.
The board approved to place propositions A and B on the November ballot during its Monday, Aug. 10, meeting. The district began evaluating its facilities in 2024 and identified several buildings and areas in need of repairs or upgrades.
Roofing and HVAC work initially expected to be included in the bond could not be delayed and has since been completed, leaving approximately $15 million in proposed projects.
Because of requirements governing certain stadium expenditures, the proposal was divided into two propositions. Proposition A would provide $12 million for district-wide improvements, while Proposition B would provide $3 million for stadium improvements.
Proposed projects include new and improved learning spaces, parking lot improvements, stadium upgrades, renovations to the gymnasium and band hall, and improvements to student drop-off areas.
“Basically, we’re asking the voters if we can borrow $15 million to make the improvements that I feel like are necessary to our district’s facilities,” Board Secretary April Mikulenka said.
District officials said the bond package would not require an increase in the district’s tax rate. The district has gained additional debt capacity as previous debt has been paid down, allowing it to issue new debt while maintaining its existing interest and sinking tax rate.
“The current debt service tax rate, if the bond doesn’t pass, it is 20, a little over 20 cents, probably .2020. We’re saying if the bond passes, the (interest and sinking) tax rate will still be .2020,” board member Jeremy Maupin said.
Up to $2 million in bond proceeds could also be used to reimburse the district for funds already spent on the roofing and HVAC projects.
The two propositions are expected to appear separately on the ballot, allowing voters to consider each individually.
