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The package is divided into three propositions. Proposition A, the academic proposition, would fund a roughly 90,000-square-foot career and technology education (CTE) building on the high school campus, a 650‑student elementary school (about 85,000 square feet) on district-owned land off Harmony Way, and playground upgrades at all elementary campuses. Proposition B would build a sub-varsity athletic venue with an eight‑lane track, turf field, restrooms, concessions, seating for about 900, lighting, fencing and associated parking and detention (estimated $11.9 million) and would turf the existing baseball and softball fields. Proposition C would renovate Goodloe Stadium — including bleacher replacement to meet code, new restrooms, locker rooms, concessions and a press box, additional parking and LED lighting — at an estimated $46,800,000. The administration reported the full three‑proposition total as $213,900,000.

District staff said the CTE building is intended to consolidate career programs now split between the high school and the middle‑school CTE facility, and would include a kitchen and cafeteria to reduce pressure on the high school lunch schedule. The administration estimates the CTE facility would remove roughly 18–20 classes from the high school and eliminate the need to bus students to the middle school for CTE classes. The new elementary is intended to relieve overcrowding at several schools, especially on the west side of the district.

Board members and staff emphasized anticipated growth in the district and the effect on capacity. The administration cited fall 2024 snapshots showing Red Oak High School enrollment at 2,298 against a functional capacity of 2,165, and noted roughly 700 additional students districtwide in the last four years. Administration materials presented to the board included a district bonding capacity estimate of roughly $215 million and a projection that, if all propositions are approved, the district could sell the bonds and keep the interest-and-sinking (I&S) tax rate at the current level. District staff repeatedly cautioned that while they project no increase in the tax rate to repay bonds, individual homeowners may see higher bills if their property appraisals rise; that is independent of the district’s tax rate decision.

Public supporters spoke during the meeting. Roshandra Pierre, director and administrator of the Red Oak Youth Football Association, told trustees the bond “comes with a tax rate without a tax rate increase” and said the proposals would expand career-technical space, add a third high school gym and renovate Goodloe Stadium. Travis Bruton, a Glen Heights city councilman, voiced support and referenced local housing growth as a reason the schools need additional capacity: “We definitely appreciate it. Our city is growing really leaps and bounds.”

Trustees moved to place the propositions on the May 3 ballot. The motion to call the bond election was made by Brian Sebring, seconded by Johnny Knight, and passed unanimously, 7‑0.

The board and administration also reviewed voter logistics and timelines: the last day to register to vote for the May 3 election would be April 3, early voting was listed for April 22–29, and the last day to apply for a ballot by mail was April 22. The administration reminded residents age 65 and older to file homestead exemptions to preserve the property‑tax ceiling available to that group.

Because of state law and current district bonding capacity, the administration told the board it expects to offer the full package without raising the district I&S tax rate, though it noted selling bonds extends district debt payments and therefore increases total taxes paid over time even if the annual rate remains unchanged. Staff also warned trustees the ongoing 89th Texas Legislature could change tax rules or compression formulas that affect the district’s finances and future bond capacity.

Trustees did not amend the propositions at the meeting. The board’s resolution to call the election will be posted on the district bond information page along with detailed slide materials and facility plans the administration presented at the meeting.

Votes at a glance: Motion to call bond election on May 3, 2025 — mover: Brian Sebring; second: Johnny Knight; outcome: approved 7‑0.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Red Oak ISD Regular School Board Meeting - January 27, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At its meeting, the Red Oak Independent School District Board of Trustees voted 7-0 to call a bond election for May 3, 2025, on a three‑proposition package totaling $213,900,000.","taxTitle","RED OAK ISD, School Districts, Texas","taxId",38438,"location","Texas","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6364796,"Trustees adopt 89th Legislature priorities, set May 3 trustee election filing window",226,3020000,3246000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2161400-919e688f5455aabda95a3ee9d3fbb4fb&start=3020&end=3246","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2161400-919e688f5455aabda95a3ee9d3fbb4fb/thumbnail_3020000.jpg","/articles/6364796/Texas/Trustees-adopt-89th-Legislature-priorities-set-May-3-trustee-election-filing-window","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6364796-86b8129623133f875838eb0f73310c21/orig.mp4?Expires=1771136950&Signature=d4RdtbfS4ofbKBTB20UKeZic43bhCSTKXtaGAVEx76n6~S5urx04orycN3YVCxUcHMzs~0dLiFTni0jh3bqumFbVc79di6L8bRKaXQVGiHnkYVPaLWDhvQyrcQVNJYpra0VuOSm041vUZbNoYAmLCP~m5criDxNojc8gAyISt1bDuLsHUMGM1OwN85UMem2C6bt6dSQWBe0p6Ya8AVlNzPwJ0qvZ7ytAG1my~A-23FbAdlbv1zY06plXDIzRCf3DAJh2~k-losXb89~Svs21ETrjh98~myRogeFSpakLrofyxjY3W1Sh96GaxLQ0odz4PUnvsZfque49AO5oIAK3QQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Red Oak Independent School District Board of Trustees approved two governance items at the meeting: a resolution adopting the district’s 89th legislative priorities and an order calling the general trustee election for May 3, 2025.

Superintendent Brenda Sanford presented the district’s legislative priorities to the board as a six‑point package: safety and security; adequately funding public schools and prioritizing dollars for education; creating meaningful, fair and equitable assessments and accountability standards (A–F accountability); preserving local control to address community needs; and supporting good governance. The administration recommended trustees approve the priorities to guide the district’s advocacy during the legislative session. Trustee McNatt moved to adopt the 2025 legislative priorities; Michelle (Mickey) Porter seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0.

On elections, the board approved an order calling the general trustee election for May 3, 2025, for trustee places 1 and 2. Administration noted candidate applications must be filed by Feb. 14 at 5 p.m.; early voting dates and county election details will be posted by the county clerk. The motion to approve the order of election was made by Johnny Knight, seconded by Michelle (Mickey) Porter, and passed 7‑0.

Earlier in the meeting trustees approved the consent agenda by motion from Johnny Knight and a second from Brian Sebring; that motion also passed 7‑0. The board adjourned to a closed session at the end of the meeting under the Texas Government Code provisions listed on the agenda.","The Red Oak ISD Board approved a resolution listing six legislative priorities for the 89th Texas Legislature and set the order of election for trustee places 1 and 2 for May 3, 2025; trustees also approved the order of election for the board's general trustee election and moved the consent agenda.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":80,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6364802,"Board approves tennis-court resurfacing and middle-school roof repair totaling about $358,876",399,2621000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2161400-919e688f5455aabda95a3ee9d3fbb4fb&start=2621&end=3020","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2161400-919e688f5455aabda95a3ee9d3fbb4fb/thumbnail_2621000.jpg","/articles/6364802/Texas/Board-approves-tennis-court-resurfacing-and-middle-school-roof-repair-totaling-about-358876","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6364802-3385d53a4a442d6f49763f5356035039/orig.mp4?Expires=1771136950&Signature=B50DWXCJQ36s2qDrklIyES7yU0BaKKY4y43-Vu5gbzJ99mvTCoH0lJJ6FTlzU5RGunEc3kYIo6xNvXWyM1HhyxlkEKpcFA-wNYzL~41pwoymYu7hahGrZ3BLlfmvqUMiECQVKajrf9Ehq-MijzExCxXkOPo44f0OfPsbhEoo-4~8FASn2sQWxbSzXE1PQVirsEFbot82yERPYPiRS89B~tHW8~-Gm1EhQFM2wdWvAp6hV3y2FamyXYxcRnHd8ICk3~DFyEgf2fC~jgKE1S2rorXgjTi5wjsyO~Jl6BjhCwOFhRklv4SU5t8FL85YcyaYbeJymCqU8nBGHdY1URscNg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Red Oak Independent School District Board of Trustees approved two facilities contracts during its meeting: a $78,000 award for resurfacing the Loretto High School tennis courts and a $279,876.87 contract to repair the worst‑leaking portion of the Red Oak Middle School roof.

Director of maintenance and athletics staff told trustees the district’s tennis courts were about 15 years old, past the industry standard resurfacing interval of eight to 10 years, and that public players use four courts after hours. The administration recommended Protrek (Pro Track and Tennis) after receiving three proposals. Board members asked about water access and shade; staff confirmed water is available at the courts. The board voted to approve the Protrek contract by motion of Donna Knight, second by Brian Sebring; the motion passed 7‑0. The administration said the work would close the courts for approximately three to four weeks after the tennis season ends in mid‑April.

The board also approved a partial roof replacement for the middle school to fix chronic leaks that maintenance teams had repeatedly patched without long‑term success. The scope covers the section with the greatest impact on classrooms where the roof meets the tin roof arc; the work will carry a 20‑year warranty, the administration said. The motion to contract with Coriel Roofing and Construction Inc. for $279,876.87 (TIPS number 24060402) was made by Johnny Knight and seconded by John Anderson; trustees approved the contract 7‑0. Administration indicated work could begin within about a month and that contractors working on campus must complete district background checks before entering school grounds.

Both projects were presented as targeted repairs to maintain safe, usable facilities and to avoid larger future costs. The contracts will be executed under referenced board or cooperative contract numbers disclosed at the meeting.","Trustees unanimously approved a $78,000 contract to resurface Loretto High School tennis courts and a $279,876.87 partial roof replacement at Red Oak Middle School to address chronic leaks; both bids were presented as lowest-cost recommendations and will be funded through board contracts/tip programs.","actionData","errors"]

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Red Oak ISD board calls May 3 bond election for $213.9 million package

Trustees adopt 89th Legislature priorities, set May 3 trustee election filing window

Board approves tennis-court resurfacing and middle-school roof repair totaling about $358,876