Bond Program 2008

You may not yet see dirt flying on the 2008 bond program facilities, but make no mistake, movement is occurring on the first phase of the $1.35 billion construction program, which will literally reshape parts of the Dallas landscape. The first parcel of land required to make way for new school construction has been purchased, moving the first project in the program—the new Lagow-Moseley relief school—closer to reality. Program management firms and Phase I architects have been selected, and the Bond Advisory Committee, comprised of citizens selected by trustees to oversee the rollout of the construction projects, has begun meeting.

2008 Program Highlights

Phase I of a multiphased plan to address $2.6 billion in capital improvements

• $1.35 billion
• $58.08 per year increase for the average homeowner (based on average taxable value of $124,000)

$450 million to address changing student demographics

• 14 new schools including replacement of three existing schools that are beyond their useful lives
• Eight elementary schools
• Four middle schools
• Three high schools

$93 million to replace portable classrooms and modular temporary classrooms with permanent facilities

• 12 school additions
• 177 new classrooms

$521 million to improve the district’s existing school facilities through renovation of its buildings and properties

• Building envelope modernization
• Plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and electrical upgrades
• Restroom modernization
• Playground, parking lot, and traffic circulation improvements
• Campus athletic facilities improvements
• Fire alarm and security system upgrades

$12 million to keep pace with enriched science instruction requirements

• 19 new science labs at six existing secondary schools

$20 million to reduce the number of lunch periods and improve the process of meal service

• Kitchen renovations at 16 schools
• Dining room expansions at 22 schools

$96 million for technology for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of instructional programs and school operations

• Classroom/lab computers
• Classroom telephones
• Campus supporting infrastructure
• Student interaction technology and classroom presentation devices
• Student tracking and attendance

$14 million to refurbish the district’s regional sports complexes

• Restroom upgrades
• Safety and security upgrades

$6 million to renovate the district’s support facilities.
$84 million reserved for property acquisition for new schools
$22 million reserved for removal of hazardous materials
$32 million reserved for contingencies