The Brazosport ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $167 million bond program for districtwide improvements. The bond program, which will be placed on the May 3, 2025 election ballot, addresses critical infrastructure, student safety, and enhanced learning environments without increasing the district’s tax rate.

Public schools have not received a state-approved increase in funding since 2019, despite rising inflation, unfunded mandates, and increasing costs. Leveraging bonds through the Interest & Sinking (I&S) portion of the tax rate allows Brazosport ISD to protect the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) budget, which funds teacher salaries and daily operations. Issuing bonds through I&S is also the most efficient way to invest in facilities, safety, and resources because 100% of I&S tax revenue stays in Brazosport ISD.

With significant industrial investments in the Brazosport area from companies like Dow, Freeport LNG, and BASF, Brazosport ISD benefits from increased tax capacity from industrial values. This additional funding capacity allows our district to maximize revenue from bonds without raising the tax rate for our residents so the district can address essential maintenance and infrastructure needs without diverting funds from classrooms and salaries.

The proposed bond program will not result in a tax rate increase for Brazosport ISD taxpayers. However, due to the requirements of HB3 passed by the 86th Texas Legislature, the ballot of all bond proposals must state, “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.” Despite this mandated wording, BISD’s tax rate will remain at its current level, reflecting the district’s ongoing commitment to fiscal responsibility while investing in future-ready facilities and resources for students.



Superintendent Danny Massey expressed gratitude for the community's collaboration and the School Board's leadership, "This bond program reflects the shared vision and commitment of our community to provide the best educational opportunities for our students. We are proud to propose a plan that addresses critical needs while respecting our taxpayers by maintaining a flat tax rate."

The development of the $167 million bond referendum follows an extensive process that began with a facility assessment of priority needs and the formation of a bond committee made up of community members, business partners, parents, teachers, students, and administrators. This committee evaluated the needs across the district and developed fiscally responsible recommendations. Major components of the bond include:

• Campus Facility Renovations & Improvements – Significant renovations across multiple campuses, including roof replacements, flooring upgrades, and mechanical improvements.
• Safety & Security Enhancements – Upgrades such as security camera replacements, emergency communication improvements, access control expansion, and police vehicle replacements.
• Curriculum & Instructional Resources – Enhancements to library materials, instructional technology, furniture replacements, Career & Technical Education equipment, and Special Education resources.
• Extracurricular: Fine Arts & Athletics - Band uniforms and instruments, Fine Arts equipment, Athletic equipment and various maintenance for athletic facilities, including field lighting and resurfacing tennis courts and tracks.
• Technology – Investments in student devices, classroom projection technology, and network infrastructure. Proposition B funds technology devices.
• Maintenance & Operations – District-wide projects including major maintenance, plumbing, fire protection, custodial equipment, and vehicle replacements.
• Transportation – Bus replacements, service vehicle upgrades, and a fuel station replacement.
• Child Nutrition – Kitchen equipment replacement, lighting and ceiling improvements, digital menu boards, and new service vehicles.

The proposed $167 million bond program can be funded without any increase to the current tax rate. The district’s total tax rate stands at $0.9508 per $100 of appraised value.

The tax rate consists of two components:

• Interest & Sinking (I&S) Tax Rate – Used exclusively to repay debt from bonds approved by voters. BISD’s I&S rate is currently 0.2153, and the district’s strong financial position allows the issuance of $167 million in bonds over the next five years without increasing this rate.
• Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Tax Rate – Covers day-to-day operating expenses like salaries, utilities, and instructional resources. BISD’s M&O rate is 0.7355.

Since the last state-approved increase in public school funding occurred in 2019, rising inflation and escalating costs have placed additional strain on school district budgets. Leveraging bonds through the I&S portion of the tax rate is critical to protecting the M&O budget, which directly supports teacher salaries and operational expenses. Issuing bonds through I&S is also the most efficient way to invest in facilities, safety, and resources because 100% of I&S tax revenue stays in Brazosport ISD.

As the bond election nears, there will be many opportunities for members of the Brazosport ISD community to learn more about the bond program. District administrators are available to answer questions and share additional details about the proposed bond projects. To schedule an informative presentation for your community organization or civic club please call 979-730-7000. Details about community meetings will be shared as plans are finalized.

For more information about the 2025 proposed bond please visit our Bond Projects webpage.

The election will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025 with early voting beginning April 22, 2025. You can find a list of Early Voting locations and times on the Brazoria County Clerk’s website.