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HPISD staff say tax rate unchanged by bond; district highlights long-term decrease
Summary
Assistant Superintendent Scott Drillette told the board Oct. 15 that HPISD's tax rate has fallen about 29.83% since 2018 and that the district's tax rate will remain the same regardless of the bond election outcome; the presentation was informational, no bond vote was taken at the meeting.
Assistant Superintendent for Business Services Scott Drillette provided an informational overview of Bond 2024 and the district's tax history, telling trustees that HPISD's tax rate has declined substantially since 2018 and that the rate will remain unchanged regardless of the bond election outcome.
"Since 2018, HPISD's tax rate has decreased by 29.83%, and it continues to be the lowest compared to other school districts in Dallas County," Drillette said in the presentation. He emphasized that the district's tax rate will remain the same regardless of the bond election result. The presentation was listed as an information item; there was no board action on the bond during the meeting.
Drillette framed the update around the district's historical tax burden and comparative position in Dallas County. Board Finance Officer Doug Woodward separately noted the final audit will be available next month, which he said will reflect year-to-date gifts and fiscal details referenced in the meeting.
