Bond Elections
2023 Bond
Overview
The Cleveland ISD Board of Trustees has called a $125 million bond election that will appear before voters on the November 7th ballot. The funds will be allocated amongst five major projects that will help accommodate district growth, improve safety measures, and enhance the student experience at Cleveland ISD.
Projected Growth
Over 25,000 students by the 32-33 school year
Voting Information
Required Postings
Sample Ballots
Projects
- #1 - New Middle School
- #2 - New CTE Building
- #3 - Convert Middle School to 9th and 10th Grade Center
- #4 - Southside Campus Improvements
- #5 - Douglass Campus Improvements
#1 - New Middle School
Justification
Demographic studies have consistently indicated pressure to construct a third Middle School. Current capacity at the Middle School level is 2,800 (Including Santa Fe Middle School) with current enrollment of approximately 3,000. With current enrollment at each existing Middle School exceeding their capacity limit, this project will provide for the near and distant future needs for growth in Middle School facilities. By the time of the planned opening, the Middle School grades will be between 4,023 and 4,695 per estimates. For cost effectiveness, parity across facilities, and design expediency, the Santa Fe Middle School plan is the basis for design.
Project Info
| Cost | $94,777,026 |
| Projected Start Date | Q1 2024 |
| Projected Bid Date | Q4 2024 |
| Projected Completion | Q2 2026 |
| Student Population | 1,600 |
| Building Gross Area | 220,000 |
| Site Area (Acres) | 40 |
Description
The new facility will serve up to 1,600 students in grades 6 through 8 and will be designated as CISD's third Middle School. It is intended to meet all current district standards for technology, supporting a full range of program needs similar to Santa Fe Middle School. This project involves an adaptive reuse of Santa Fe Middle School and will include athletic amenities such as track and football fields, along with support facilities, restrooms, concessions, and bleachers for 900 people. The planned location is on the district's existing property adjacent to the new Northside Elementary campus on FM 2025, where the district already owns and has partially developed the property.
#2 - New CTE Building
Justification
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in the High School have grown significantly in enrollment and many programs exceed capacity. Several programs are in spaces that lack proper equipment and technology for instruction. Because the High School is not well suited to additions and expansions, this project will allow a new facility dedicated to CTE programs to be constructed and the current spaces used by CTE returned for traditional classroom uses. A new CTE center would allow instruction to be delivered in spaces reflective of the industry they serve, equip students for post-secondary education, and reinforce the existing academies on the campus.
Project Info
| Cost | $22,886,168 |
| Projected Start Date | Q1 2024 |
| Projected Bid Date | Q1 2025 |
| Projected Completion | Q2 2027 |
| Student Population | 250 |
| Building Gross Area | 44,000 |
| Site Area (Acres) | 8 |
Description
The new campus will be situated between the High School and Middle School. Existing spaces will be converted into traditional classrooms, while the building trades and welding building will be demolished. The recently completed Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, and Information Technology programs will be retained. Other programs to be relocated and expanded include Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Veterinary Sciences; Construction; Health Science; Law & Forensics; Manufacturing (welding); and Automotive. The campus will also feature staff offices, restrooms, a vending area, collaboration space, material storage yard, parking, and special equipment and technology. The estimated capacity of the new building will be 250 students, and there will be a Kitchen/Cafe in the existing building.
#3 - Convert Middle School to 9th and 10th Grade Center
Justification
The project will be required in conjunction with the New Middle School project. The project will include cosmetic branding upgrades in addition to building infrastructure improvements. Extend the educational use of the facility that will meet the current and future needs of the campus. Cleveland Middle School requires maintenance upgrades and replacement at several of its building systems. Constructed in 1972, safety and security needs for access control and intrusion systems are required. The campus houses several portables that will also need to retrofit for safety, and security.
Project Info
| Cost | $1,636,293 |
| Projected Start Date | Q2 2025 |
| Projected Bid Date | Q1 2026 |
| Projected Completion | Q2 2026 |
| Student Population | N/A |
| Building Gross Area | 128,400 |
| Site Area (Acres) | N/A |
Description
The project aims to modify existing graphics and signage across the campus to harmonize with the High School themes. It will also address intrusion, public address, and access control requirements within both the main campus and portables. Additionally, there will be a need for roof replacement in the areas identified as problematic. Furthermore, three existing Direct Exchange units will be replaced with new units. The project will include identifying and renovating space for general building storage, as well as restriping the existing parking lot with fresh paint. Miscellaneous sidewalks will also be taken care of as part of the project.
#4 - Southside Campus Improvements
Justification
The primary objective of the project is to extend the educational use of the facility that will meet the current and future needs of the campus. Southside Elementary requires maintenance upgrades and replacement at nearly all its building systems. Constructed in 2002, access control and security systems will be updated for safety and security. The campus houses several portables that will also need to retrofit for safety, and security. New canopies are needed to connect the many outlying buildings.
Project Info
| Cost | $4,602,147 |
| Projected Start Date | Q1 2024 |
| Projected Bid Date | Q1 2025 |
| Projected Completion | Q2 2026 |
| Student Population | N/A |
| Building Gross Area | 138,973 |
| Site Area (Acres) | N/A |
Description
The project will attend to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing needs within both the main campus and portables. A campus-wide upgrade will be implemented, installing an LED lighting package. Additionally, deficient areas will undergo replacement of flooring and ceiling tiles. Roof replacement is also necessary for the identified problem areas. Furthermore, a paint refresh will be conducted throughout the entire facility. The project includes the replacement of multiple HVAC units and components, as well as plumbing fixtures in the Pre-K classrooms. Moreover, aluminum canopies will be added between the outlying buildings.
#5 - Douglass Campus Improvements
Justification
The primary objective of the project is to extend the educational use of the facility that will meet the current and future needs of the campus. Douglass requires maintenance upgrades and replacement at several of its building systems. Constructed in 1957, HVAC and lighting systems, safety, and security will need to be addressed. The campus houses several portables that will also need to retrofit for safety, and security.
Project Info
| Cost | $587,977 |
| Projected Start Date | Q1 2024 |
| Projected Bid Date | Q1 2025 |
| Projected Completion | Q2 2026 |
| Student Population | N/A |
| Building Gross Area | 30,393 |
| Site Area (Acres) | N/A |
Description
The project scope encompasses the replacement of several mechanical Direct Exchange units situated throughout the facility. Additionally, an upgrade to the LED lighting package is deemed necessary. The project will also involve the installation of an access control system and an intrusion system.