Waco ISD Bond Facts 2008 - Overview

On March 6, 2008, the Waco Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to put a bond referendum on the May 10, 2008 election ballot seeking an amount of $172.5 million to be used for construction of new schools and renovations of existing campuses throughout the district.  A breakdown of Bond 2008 is found below.  Click on the desired project for additional details.

PROJECT New Elementary School in East Waco New Dean Highland Elementary School New Bell's Hill Elementary School New University High School Waco High School Additions/Renovations A. J. Moore Academy Additions/Renovations Additional Renovations Throughout District Demolition Costs Soft Costs (19%) Bond Contingency (5%) Inflation (8% per year) GRAND TOTAL

ESTIMATED COST $13.3 million $12.9 million $13.3 million $70.0 million $ 7.1 million $ 4.5 million $13.3 million $ 1.5 million $25.8 million $ 8.1 million $ 2.6 million $172.5 million

More Information
View Bond Informational Video
Impact of Bond Election on Taxpayer
Over 65 Homeowner Tax Ceiling
Election Information
Polling Locations
WISD Community Facilities Committee Members List
View Bond Referendum 2008 Slideshow
Waco Tribune-Herald Supports Bond Referendum

Previous Articles
WISD Prepares for Bond Election
Facility Committee Gets Going
Community's Help Sought in Facilities Prioritization
Facilities Committee to Recommend May 2008 Bond
Board to Consider Committee Recommendation
Board Calls May 10 Bond Election