Projects, Facts and Figures 1. Agenda A. Anticipated Use of Bond Funds B. Explanation of Texas’ Taxing Structure C. Tax Impact and History D. Election.

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Bushland ISDCommunity Meetings

2013 Bond Issue

Projects, Facts and Figures

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Agenda

A. Anticipated Use of Bond FundsB. Explanation of Texas’ Taxing StructureC. Tax Impact and HistoryD. Election InformationE. Q & A

Community MeetingApril 18, 2013

Bushland Middle School6:00 pm

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ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

1990 256,000 mi

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TECHNOLOGY IMPROVEMENTS ($3,519,500) 1:1 Initiative - BISD will provide opportunities to

place technology in the hands of every student, every day, in all content areas.

Baseline technology – SmartBoards (interactive white board) in every classroom with sound, projectors, calculators for math, computers (either desktop or laptop) to accommodate remediation, enhancement and testing.

Educational Software to support learning Monitors in commons areas used for communication HS Auditorium projection screen with projector

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS ($590,000)Fence around west side of Middle School

and Elementary and Kindergarten playgrounds

Install camera systems at the Middle School and Elementary School

Install security system at all entrances on all three campuses

Install new intercom system at the Middle School and Elementary School

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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PURCHASE OF SCHOOL BUSES ($783,000)Approximately nine (9) new school buses

(two per year for the next 5 years)

BUS PARKING PORTS ($67,000) Install covered parking ports for buses to

preserve the life of the buses

ELECTRICITY TO BUS PARKING AREA ($20,000)

For security (lighting) and heating bus engines

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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TRANSPORTATION ($320,500)New Ag vehicle (which will be used to haul

the Band trailer)2 District vehiclesBand Trailer, Utility TrailerTractor (Bobcat) to clean out stalls

ELEMENTARY PLAYGROUND ($200,000)For safety, a new playground needs to be

installed– location yet to be determined

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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HVAC REPLACEMENTS ($300,000)Life expectancy is 15-20 years

Elem. School – 13 units (17 years old), 15 units (15 years old)

Middle School – 12 units (17 years old), 4 units (13 years old)

MIDDLE SCHOOL ROOF ($600,000)Sections of the Middle School roof (tar and

gravel) need to be replaced due to leaking

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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CURB REPAVING & GUTTER ($1,000,000)

Repave (or concrete) driveways at High School

Curb and gutter at High SchoolExpand parking at High SchoolRepair road around Middle SchoolNew road construction to ease traffic

congestion at the Elementary and Middle schools

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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CAPITAL EXPENDITURES AND IMPROVEMENTS ($1,100,000)

Ag Facility for cleaning and grooming stock show animals

Unforeseen technology needsEquipment such as fork-lift and other

mechanical equipmentBuilding upgrades and improvementsRestructuring roof support for new air-

conditioners Miscellaneous

ANTICIPATED USE OF BOND FUNDS

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Needs Assessment Estimate

Technology/Communication Upgrades $3,519,500District Transportation (9 Buses) $783,000 AC/Heater Unit Replacements (27) $300,000 Reroofing of the Middle School $600,000 Electricity to Bus Parking Area $20,000 Elementary Playground $200,000 Other Transportation needs (vehicles, trailers) $320,500 Maintenance & Capital Outlay Equipment $1,000,000 Repave and curb and gutter facilities $1,000,000 Bus Parking Ports $67,000Ag Facility $100,000Security Cameras (MS/Elem) $75,000Security Related Construction/Entrance System $500,000Security Fencing $15,000

Total $8,500,000

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Bushland ISD Taxes

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Bushland ISD Taxes

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Tax Impact to Bushland ISD Residents$0.03 Projected Impact on Taxpayers

HOME VALUE            PRIOR TO

EXEMPTION   ANNUAL   MONTHLY   WEEKLY

$ 25,000   $ 3.00   $ 0.25   $ 0.06

50,000   10.50   0.88   0.20

75,000   18.01   1.50   0.35

100,000   25.51   2.13   0.49

125,000   33.01   2.75   0.63

150,000   40.51   3.38   0.78

175,000   48.01   4.00   0.92

200,000   55.52   4.63   1.07

225,000   63.02   5.25   1.21

250,000   70.52   5.88   1.36

275,000   78.02   6.50   1.50

300,000   85.53   7.13   1.64

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Bushland vs. Area – Tax Comparison 2012-13

Amari l lo ISD

City of Amari l lo

Canyon ISD

City of Canyon

Bushland ISD

Ama. Jr Col lege

Potter County

Randal l County

Water Dis trict

Randal l Hosp

Noxious Weed

Bishop Hi l l s Total

Amari l lo, Randal l 1.17 0.32009 0.19950 0.3843 0.00754 2.08143

Amari l lo, Potter 1.17 0.32009 0.19950 0.62707 0.00754 2.32420

Canyon Proper 1.265 0.3761 0.3843 0.08133 2.10676

Prarie West 1.2696 0.62707 0.00754 1.90421

Eagle Tree 1.2696 0.62707 0.00887 1.90554

Tascosa Hills 1.2696 0.62707 0.00887 1.90554

Bishop Hills 1.2696 0.62707 0.00887 0.08 1.98554

Falcon Club 1.2696 0.3843 0.00754 0.03 1.69144

Outpost Ranches 1.2696 0.3843 0.00754 0.03 1.69144

Saddleback 1.2696 0.3843 0.00754 0.03 1.69144Valle de Oro 1.2696 0.62707 0.00887 1.90554

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Early Voting

 Early Voting begins Monday, April 29 –May 3

and May 6-7 @ Bushland ISD Administration

Voting Hours for Early Voting8:00 am - 4:00 p.m.

2013 Bond Election

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POLLING PLACES on May 11, 2013Voting Hours 7 am - 7 pm

 Precinct 321 & 208R - Bushland High School Precinct 322 - Valle de Oro Fire Station Precinct 323, 324, 326 - Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School  

2013 Bond Election

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Visit the Bushland ISD websitewww.Bushlandisd.org

and click on the 2013 Bond Information link on the left side of the page. You will find a menu to choose from.

You can click on Bond Issue FAQ to find answers to frequently asked questions.

For More Information…

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Q & A