Zero Increase To The Current Tax Rate
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Zero Increase To The Current Tax Rate ⋆
Prioritizing safety and security renovations, a new elementary school, and a softball and baseball complex for the students and community of Kenedy ISD.
PROP A
$43,500,000
New Elementary School
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This proposition includes the construction of a new elementary school with a capacity of around 450 students. The facility will feature:
New Classrooms to meet state standards.
Secured Vestibule/Entry
Improved Vehicular Circulation
Cafeteria
Gymnasium for elementary school P.E
Library and media center
Collaboration spaces
Fine arts areas
Special education classrooms
PROP B
$12,600,000
New Baseball/Softball Fields
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This proposition includes the construction of a new baseball and softball fields to support boys and girls school and U.I.L. athletic programs. The complex will feature:
Baseball and softball fields
Baseball and softball dugouts
Baseball and softball batting cages
Baseball bleachers with a capacity of 750 seats
Softball bleachers with a capacity of 400 seats
Concessions/Restroom
The project is designed to provide updated and dedicated spaces for student-athletes and spectators.
*Example image showcasing what a potential front office vestibule space could look like.
Our First Priority is Safety
Proposition A prioritizes safety and security renovations, including a secured vestibule entry, a reconfigured traffic pattern in front of the school, and enhanced security features throughout the campus.
*Example image showcasing what a potential collaboration space in a library could look like.
Spaces That Provide Collaboration
Collaborative Space Design – Proposition A includes flexible, collaborative classroom and common area spaces that provide learning areas for student group projects and learning.
Zero Increase to the
Current Tax Rate
The proposed bond can be funded without raising the current tax rate.
This ensures minimal financial impact on the community. Kenedy ISD’s tax rate will remain stable at $1.027, supporting both new and ongoing projects. This approach uses existing tax capacity to improve district facilities without raising the tax burden.
Homestead Exemptions
For residents 65 years and older, their school district tax bill will not increase, even if property values rise (excluding property improvements), provided they have an approved Homestead and Over-65 Exemption application on file with the Karnes County Appraisal District and the property is owned as of January 1st of the tax year. Significant improvements to the property can affect the tax bill.
Over the past six months, the Kenedy ISD Long Range Planning Committee has diligently studied the district's student enrollment trends, school capacity, safety and security, facility conditions, and traffic challenges. A primary focus of the bond is enhancing the safety and security of students and staff. Additionally, Proposition A addresses classroom renovations to meet current educational standards as well as address traffic issues at the elementary campus, ensuring a safer and more efficient environment for students and families.
Developed by a committee of parents, teachers, students, community members, and support staff.
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Explaining the Ballot:
In 2019, a new law for School Districts was imposed in Education Code §45.003(b-1), which adds an additional sentence to the ballot proposition:
“THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.”
The Texas Attorney General said this statement cannot be modified. The KISD current tax rate will NOT be increased by the proposed 2025 bond propositions.
KENEDY I.S.D. PROPOSITION A
THE ISSUANCE OF $43,400,000 OF BONDS BY THE KENEDY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, RENOVATION, EXPANSION, IMPROVEMENT, ACQUISITION, AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL FACILITIES AND THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL FACILITIES, WITH PRIORITY GIVEN TO A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND THE LEVYING OF A TAX SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS AND THE COST OF ANY CREDIT AGREEMENTS EXECUTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE BONDS. THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.
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