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North Texas school districts seek billions in bonds for tech, building and security upgrades

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School districts across North Texas are proposing billions of dollars in bonds to pay for things like safety upgrades, new technology and some new schools.

More than a dozen school districts across North Texas are asking voters to approve bonds totaling nearly $2.5 billion.

The money would fund new schools, repair older ones, add safety and security measures — like panic buttons and bullet-resistant glass — and improve sports facilities with upgrades like new floors. At least one district wants to build a completely new arena.

Here's what districts are asking for:

Anna ISD wants voter approval of a to fund a new stadium.

Argyle ISD is asking voter approval of $511 million in bonds, spread over 3 proposals — one to fund future land purchases and additional schools, one for a sports complex, and one for technology purchases. The package is part of the district’s 10-year growth strategic plan

Castelberry ISD wants voters to OK its $98 million for new construction and building renovations.

Cedar Hill ISD separates its $282 into one proposition for capital improvements, including safety and security elements, and another for computers, laptops and related technologies.

Everman ISD is the district says it needs for upgraded facilities, additional safety & security measures, and a multi-purpose building.

Grapevine-Colleyville’s seeking approval of : Prop A would provide $134 million for buses, security and building improvements ($134.2 million) , Prop B would put $10 million toward instructional technology, and Prop C would fund $5.5 million in swim center improvements

Kaufman ISD is seeking to improve ageing facilities and beef up safety and security measures.

Lewisville ISD wants approval of totaling $101.5 million. They’d fund a natatorium renovation, refurbished athletic and recreational facilities, and renovated stadiums.

Mabank ISD is proposing $116 million in for things like a new elementary school, building renovations and new spaces for Career and Technical Education.

Mansfield ISD is floating one of the larger packages: totaling $777 million. The package would, if approved, fund technology, security, stadium and athletic complexes and fine arts additions. The district says there’ll be no tax rate hike.

Milford ISD is for a new gym, a new administration suite, and a new classroom wing.

Bill Zeeble has been a full-time reporter at ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº since 1992, covering everything from medicine to the Mavericks and education to environmental issues.
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