August 30, 2021
What a great week to be a Burton Panther!
What is a Bond? A bond election is a vehicle to raise funds for the building and maintenance of school facilities and associated infrastructure. A successful bond election grants school leaders permission to sell bonds to investors, which generates the funding for construction.
Burton ISD has created a Facility Advisory Committee to review the Master Facility Plan and provide feedback. The Committee examined both the current state of the District’s facilities as well as its future needs. In order to best use facilities and maximize their utility, BISD has called a bond to maintain & renovate its existing buildings and sites and for new construction.
The last bond passed by Burton ISD was 13 years ago, which funded the building of a new elementary school and elementary gym, bus barn and the Ag Building.
Why does Burton ISD need a bond? The bond proposal will address aging buildings, accommodate student growth, renovate existing facilities, athletic upgrades, and more. Want more information? Take a look at BISD's bond website. https://www.burtonbond2021.com
The most significant Burton ISD bond projects will address:
Safety and Security Updates
Burton High School Expansion
Fine Arts
Athletics
Junior High Expansion
Cafeteria and Kitchen Renovation
It is important to note that Burton ISD residents age 65 and older will not be impacted financially by the proposed bond if they have filed the proper Homestead Exemption with the Washington County Central Appraisal District. Their taxes are frozen and cannot go over their frozen amount.
The pride of the Burton Panthers is embedded in all of us whether we are a student, an alumni, a community member, a staff member and employee, a parent, board member and/or a proud supporter and in many cases all of the above. We love our Panthers and like to think that the culture we are providing in educating our students is a reason why parents want their children to attend Burton ISD. We value our school district and always try to do what is in the best interest of students. We are prepared to Dream Big, Sparkle More, and Shine Bright as the Future is Now for the Burton Panthers!!! Have a blessed week and GO BIG RED!
