Plano City Council declares results of 2025 bond election for key infrastructure projects

In a recent meeting, the Plano City Council reviewed the results of the bond election held on May 3, 2025, where a total of 79,588 registered voters were eligible to participate. However, only 20,593 voters, or 11.46%, cast their ballots, reflecting a low turnout for this important civic event.

The council began by canvassing the election returns, which included several propositions aimed at funding various city projects through general obligation bonds. Proposition A, which proposed $316.47 million for street improvements, received 14,003 votes in favor compared to 5,583 against. Proposition B, seeking $155.15 million for a new police headquarters, garnered 11,008 votes for and 8,002 against.

Other propositions included funding for a police training center, public safety facilities, a Fleet Services Operations Center, improvements to Schimmelfinnig Library, and park and recreational facilities. Each proposition saw varying levels of support, with Proposition C for the police training center receiving 12,134 votes for and 7,005 against, while Proposition G for park facilities had 14,060 votes in favor.

The council noted that there were no overvotes in this election, indicating that all ballots cast were valid. Additionally, 277 voters utilized mail-in ballots, and 16 provisional ballots were cast, with only one being counted.

The outcomes of these propositions will have significant implications for the city’s infrastructure and public services, as they aim to enhance safety, community resources, and recreational opportunities for residents. The council's next steps will involve implementing the approved projects and ensuring that the community benefits from these investments.