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SAISD reports bond deposits, early payment and extends warehouse lease while projects begin
Summary
District officials said bond proceeds from the 2025 issuance were deposited into multiple accounts and the district made an early bond payment on Aug. 15; trustees approved a five-year warehouse lease (terminable on 30 days) to store materials during construction and committed fund balance items for capital purchases.
San Angelo ISD administrators told trustees Tuesday that the district’s $397 million bond proceeds have been deposited across multiple accounts and the district made its first bond payment on Aug. 15. The administration described the deposits as complete and said the funds are now available to support bond projects.
Why it matters: The bond proceeds will fund campus construction and upgrades approved by voters; early payment timing reduced debt service costs for taxpayers, according to administration. The board also approved an amended warehouse lease to store curriculum and other materials during the initial construction phase and committed specific amounts of fund balance for capital equipment and bus replacements.
Bond deposits and early payment: Doctor Brandon said bond proceeds were spread among three accounts (e.g., Lone Star Investment Pool, TexasCLASS, TexasRange cited in materials) and an initial bond payment was made on Aug. 15. Administration said making the first payment before Sept. 1 saved local taxpayers on interest and will reduce interest costs over the life of the bond.
Warehouse lease and fund balance commitments: Trustees approved converting an existing six-month warehouse lease into a five-year lease at 403 West 26th Street with mutual 30‑day termination (motion passed; one trustee recused). Administration said the extended lease provides temporary storage for curriculum and materials moved as bond projects begin. The board also approved a list of capital outlay commitments from unassigned fund balance — including athletic equipment, vehicles, playgrounds, fine-arts equipment and bus replacements — while maintaining a three-month operating reserve per state guidance.
Construction planning: Bond project staff said tours of other districts’ facilities are scheduled and architects are beginning phase 2 design work for several campuses. Crockett Elementary awaits a city building permit; Fannin and McGill projects are in varying design phases.
Ending: Trustees authorized staff to continue moving projects into design and procurement while keeping the board apprised of expenditures and warehouse needs. The lease can be terminated with 30 days’ notice as the district brings bond-funded space online.
