Citizens Bond Oversight Committee reports progress on 2019 bond; stadium designs revised to match Glaspie

The Citizens Bond Oversight Committee told the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees on June 17 that the district’s 2019 bond program remains on track, with continued HUB contracting growth, site visits to completed projects and a set of revised stadium designs intended to match the concourse-style look of Glaspie Field.

Committee chair Catherine Parra presented the committee’s fourth annual report and said the panel will continue to evaluate surplus funds and recommend uses as the bond program nears completion. “With a projected completion date of December 2027, we as a committee are prepared to evaluate and start making recommendations for the use of any remaining funds,” Parra said.

The committee emphasized three outcomes: expanded programming and facilities for students, improved building condition and accessibility, and increased safety and security. Parra and staff discussed recent completions and…