BRIDGE CITY, TX – February 19, 2025 – The Bridge City ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $27.5 million bond program to fund the construction of a Performing Arts Center located at Bridge City High School. The bond election will be held on May 3, 2025. This initiative will provide students with a modern facility without increasing the district’s tax rate.
Recognizing the financial challenges facing public schools, including a lack of increased state funding since 2019 coupled with rising inflation and unfunded mandates, the district has strategically structured this bond program. By utilizing the Interest & Sinking (I&S) portion of the tax rate, Bridge City ISD can protect its Maintenance & Operations (M&O) budget, which funds essential teacher salaries and daily operations. The I&S funding mechanism also ensures that 100% of the revenue generated remains within Bridge City ISD, maximizing the impact of taxpayer dollars.
Bridge City ISD is uniquely positioned to pursue this investment due to significant industrial growth in the area, including recent investments from companies like Golden Triangle Polymers and Entergy. This increased industrial tax base provides the district with the capacity to issue bonds without increasing the tax burden on residents. This approach allows the district to address critical infrastructure needs while maintaining its commitment to competitive teacher salaries and robust classroom resources.
While the ballot language for the bond election will, by mandate of HB3 (86th Texas Legislature), state “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE,” Bridge City ISD’s tax rate will remain at its current level, reflecting the district’s dedication to fiscal responsibility while simultaneously investing in future-ready facilities and resources for its students.
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