Bond Overview
Arlington ISD is asking voters to approve $501 million across three propositions for school facilities, technology, and athletics. At $1.50 per month for the median homeowner, this is the lowest per-household cost of any school bond in the DFW metro.
- $501M across 3 propositions
- +$0.01/$100 rate ($1.50/month on median home)
- Seniors with homestead exemption: $0 increase
- CNSC community-driven process
Proposition Breakdown
Facilities & Infrastructure
Construction, renovation, and replacement of school facilities across the district. Continues AISD's disciplined capital program with project-level accountability.
View details →Technology & Transportation
Instructional technology, devices, and digital infrastructure for all campuses. Covers device refresh and classroom technology upgrades.
View details →Athletics
Athletic facility improvements, field renovations, and supporting infrastructure. Addresses deferred maintenance across AISD athletic venues.
View details →What It Costs You
$2.47/month
+$0.01 per $100 taxable value. Seniors with qualifying homestead tax ceiling: $0 increase. AISD official estimate: $18/yr ($1.50/mo) based on average home with homestead exemptions applied.
2019 Bond Delivery Record
Arlington ISD's 2019 bond ($966M) is the accountability baseline. The record shows solid delivery with some transparency gaps in Phase 5.
What Was Delivered
- Multiple campus renovations completed on schedule
- Safety and security upgrades district-wide
- Technology infrastructure modernized
- FCI scores improved at completed campuses
Concerns
- Phase 5 project deferrals not fully communicated to public
- Cost escalation required scope adjustments
- Some projects behind original timeline
FCI Improvement: Facility Condition Index improved from average of 0.42 to 0.35 across completed projects
CNSC Community Process
The Citizens Needs Study Committee (CNSC) is a community-driven process where residents review facility needs, enrollment data, and demographic projections to recommend bond priorities. Arlington ISD's CNSC process included tours of all facilities and public input sessions.
Scale Comparison: AISD vs DISD
How does Arlington ISD's bond compare to Dallas ISD's on key metrics?
| Metric | Arlington ISD | Dallas ISD |
|---|---|---|
| Bond Amount | $501M | $6.2B |
| Tax Rate Increase | +$0.01/$100 | +$0.01/$100 |
| Monthly Cost (Median) | $1.50 | $2.79 |
| Credit Rating | Aa1/AA | AAA (PSF) |
| Propositions | 3 | 4 |
| Community Process | CNSC | CBSC |
| Senior Freeze | Yes | Yes |
HH Position
CNSC process demonstrates community-driven governance. $1.50/month cost is minimal. Seniors frozen. Prop C athletics spending requires justification relative to facility needs. Demand Phase 5 deferral transparency.
Accountability Demands
- Publish Phase 5 deferral status report before bond sale
- CNSC recommendations tracked against actual spending quarterly
- Independent facility condition assessments published annually
How did we reach this recommendation for Arlington ISD?
Read the full analytical framework and methodologyGet the Arlington ISD Voter Guide
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