San Angelo ISD Considers $403M Bond Proposal for Major Facility Upgrades

SAN ANGELO, TX — The San Angelo Independent School District board is looking into a nearly $403 million bond proposal to address facility upgrades, safety enhancements, and new construction across the district.

The proposal, shaped by recommendations from the Citizens Advisory Committee, aims to modernize schools and improve educational spaces for students.

Key projects in the proposal include replacing Glenn Middle School, adding and renovating facilities at Central and Lake View high schools, and completing planned upgrades at Fannin and McGill elementary schools. Safety and security improvements, such as public address systems and fencing, are also priorities.

Alan Wolf of Parkhill Architects presented the proposal during the Jan. 21 meeting, highlighting the Citizens Advisory Committee’s efforts.

“The committee dedicated significant time to prioritize projects that best serve students and the community,” Wolf said.

The bond includes $6 million for Glenn Middle School locker room renovations, which could be removed if the new school is approved. The board is considering whether to present the bond as a single $397 million proposition or divide it into two: $281 million for district-wide upgrades and $122 million for Glenn Middle School.

Hilltop Securities provided financial projections for the bond, estimating a maximum Interest & Sinking (I&S) tax rate increase of 28.5 cents. Despite the increase, the overall tax rate would remain below the 2008 bond’s rate due to lower Maintenance & Operations (M&O) taxes.

The board discussed potential voter responses, with Hilltop Securities cautioning against splitting the bond into campus-specific propositions.

Separating projects increases the risk of rejection, a representative said.

If approved, the bond would fund upgrades to HVAC systems, fire alarms, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure. Athletic facilities, including locker rooms and fields at Central, Lake View, and Glenn, are also included.

The board is expected to finalize its decision on the bond structure and communicate details to voters ahead of a potential election.