Waco ISD closes 2021 bond program with projects substantially complete and local spending reported

Jan 23, 2026

District facilities director reported the 2021 bond program's projects are substantially complete, cited $200 million of local spending and an approximate $7.3 million underrun against adjusted budgets, and detailed major projects and lessons learned across elementary and secondary campuses.

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Gloria Barrera presented the final report for the 2021 bond program, telling the board that the program's projects are substantially complete and that Waco High reached substantial completion in mid-2025. Barrera emphasized community engagement, equity across campuses and the technical challenges encountered during construction and supply-chain disruptions.

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