A school bond is similar to a home mortgage. It is a way for a school district to borrow money to fund major capital projects—such as building new schools, expanding existing facilities, and purchasing land—by selling bonds to investors. The district then repays the bonds over time, with interest, using a portion of the local property tax rate approved by voters. 

Bond funds can only be used for capital expenses like construction, renovations, land purchases, technology infrastructure, and large equipment. They cannot be used for day-to-day operating costs such as teacher and staff salaries, utilities, classroom supplies, or academic programs. State law requires that all bond dollars be spent only on the voter-approved projects listed in the bond proposal. 

Our district is experiencing hyper-growth and evolving educational needs. The bond will help us: 

• Build new schools to reduce overcrowding and meet the needs of our growing community 

• Modernize aging facilities 

• Enhance classroom technology 

• Improve safety and security measures 

• Expand career and technical education spaces 

The total proposed bond amount is $1.9 billion. This figure was determined based on a comprehensive facilities assessment, tax rate implications, and community input. 

No. The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees adopted a total tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year of $1.1469 per $100 valuation, which was lower than the total tax rate of $1.1492 for the previous year. If passed, this bond will not increase the total tax rate that was passed for the 2024 tax year. Read more about Lamar CISD’s current and historical tax rates. 

Bond 2025 propositions were developed through a months-long process involving community input, enrollment growth projections, facility assessments, and financial analysis. The Board of Trustees appointed a Bond Citizen’s Committee made up of parents, staff, and community members to review district needs and priorities. 

The committee studied data on student enrollment trends, building capacity, and technology needs and provided recommendations to the Board. The Board reviewed data that the Administration presented, the committee’s recommendations, and results from the community survey, and ultimately voted to call the bond election with the specific propositions presented to voters. 

Projects were prioritized based on: 

• Enrollment projections 

• Facility condition assessments 

• Educational program needs 

• Community feedback

Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Early voting begins Monday, October 20-31. Visit the Fort Bend County's website for polling locations and voting information. 

All registered voters residing within the school district boundaries are eligible to vote in the upcoming election. 

Visit the Lamar CISD's bond webpage to request a presentation to learn more about the Lamar CISD Bond 2025.