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Manor ISD superintendent recommends November 2026 bond as costs rise; trustees press for staff outreach
Summary
Superintendent told trustees that inflation and deferred maintenance have increased project costs and recommended a November 2026 bond; trustees discussed staff turnout in the failed bond election and the need for focused communications and a staff focus group.
Superintendent Dr. Sarmani told the Manor ISD board on Feb. 23 that the district's needs have not gone away after a bond failed last November and that inflation in construction (presented around 4%) has increased projected costs, arguing the district should consider calling a bond election in November 2026 to address safety and infrastructure needs.
"Just because a bond fails doesn't mean all the needs went away," he said, adding that delays make projects more expensive. In a cited example, he contrasted a multi-million repair (as presented during the slide) with a…
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