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Snyder ISD Specifics

How was the Snyder ISD bond proposal developed?

What projects are being proposed in the bond?

How did the committee decide what was included in the bond proposal?

What is the breakdown in projected cost per project?

How was the bond amount determined?

Updated - What bond elections have been held in the past 25 years and how much was spent?

If the bond passes, will the public continue be able to use the facilities?

What is the timeline for the project?

Safety & Security

What security issues does the bond propose to resolve at Snyder High School?

Why does the high school (and other campuses) need to be fenced off?

How does the bond proposal support student safety during arrival and dismissal?

What safety issues have been created due to the limited electrical capacity at Snyder High School?

How does the proposed bond improve security at Snyder Junior High during athletic events?

Why does Snyder High School need updates to its fire systems?

How have safety/security grant funds been used in the last few years (fencing vs technology vs personnel vs buildings?

Aging Infrastructure

Why are the plumbing systems at Snyder Intermediate and Snyder High School proposed to be replaced?

Why do the HVAC (Heating and Air Conditioning) Systems at Snyder Primary and Intermediate School need to be replaced?

Why has the District waited so long to replace these items? Wouldn’t it have been better to replace some of this equipment along the way instead of all at once? (added 9/15)

Why are major renovations / new facilities at Snyder High School proposed instead of continuing regular upkeep?

Why did the bond committee recommend a new gymnasium and locker room facilities? Didn't the indoor facility include all new locker rooms?

How are the other facilities holding up? Are we able to maintain our newer or renovated buildings?

Accessibility & Opportunity

How will special education students be supported in the bond?

How does new construction address ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance?

Why does the bond propose a new CTE Center at Snyder High School?

What Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs will be offered, and how can the district plan for future needs?

How does the proposed academic space at Snyder High School compare to what exists today?

Snyder High School Specific Questions

Does the bond propose that Snyder High School be completely torn down?

Did the committee consider rebuilding the high school where the current baseball and softball practice fields are located?

Will we get to see a rendering of the proposed high school?

Why doesn’t the district just build a new school somewhere else?

Where will people park at the high school under the proposed plan?

How many doors will the high school have if the bond passes? Will the exterior match or will it be "hodge podge"?

The second gym block appears to eliminate the loading dock for the theatre and reduce parking. Can that be changed?

What updates are being proposed to Worsham Auditorium?

Will the new CTE Center include the Ag Science and Ag Mechanics classrooms?

How does Snyder ISD compare to other districts?

How does Snyder ISD currently compare to neighboring districts with regard to bond dollars spent and tax rates?

How does Snyder ISD currently compare to similar-sized districts in the region with regard to bond dollars spent tax rates?

How would Snyder ISD’s I&S tax rate compare to other area districts if the bond passes?

Bond Capacity (Maximum Borrowing Limit)

Will this bond cause Snyder ISD to "max out" it's bond capacity?

I’ve heard another school district can’t make their payment (or has maxed out). What if that happens to Snyder ISD?

Tax Impact

How much will taxes increase for the average homeowner if the bond passes?

How does the bond impact those aged 65 and older?

What about new improvements or other owned land assets?

What is the difference between the real estate market price (i.e. what is shown on Zillow) and the CAD (Central Appraisal District) value?

What has been Snyder ISD's tax rate history since 2016?

What percentage of the bond will be paid by households vs. business and industry?

What do I&S and M&O tax rates mean?

What is the maximum I&S tax rate, and how is it determined?

What happens if a taxpayer doesn’t pay?

Interest Rates

What is the total interest on the proposed bond?

What will the interest rate be on the bond?

Finances

Is there a possibility of refinancing the bonds? Has Snyder ISD refinanced bonds in the past?

How has Snyder been affected by recapture (also known as Robin Hood), and are bond dollars subject to recapture? (Chart Added 9/28)

If a bond is passed, how will it affect the budget?

What is the term length for the bond?

Has the district considered a 15 year note?

Can the district increase the I&S at all without elections?

Does Snyder ISD have any outstanding bonds?

Why hasn’t the school raised the M&O to accommodate the bond projects?

Why can’t the district just pay for the improvements out of its fund balance or save up?

Why can’t Snyder ISD use homeschool allotment funds for facility improvements? Wouldn’t that be an incentive to allow homeschool participation?

Can concession stand profits be used for infrastructure improvements?

Can fundraising cover the cost of facilities?

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How can bond funds be spent?

Can bond funds be used to give teachers and staff a raise?

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