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Lubbock ISD proposes rotating schedule to replace aging marching band uniforms
Summary
Staff proposed a multi‑year, rotating replacement cycle for marching band uniforms to avoid large, one‑time costs; each school's replacement is estimated at about $200,000 and board members signaled support for annual budgeting to smooth expenses.
Cesar De Leon told trustees the district currently has no structured plan for replacing marching band uniforms, many of which last about seven to eight years; some sets, such as Monterey High School's, are already about nine years old and showing visible wear.
De Leon proposed a rotating schedule that would replace one school's uniform set each year rather than funding multiple replacements at once. He said "Each replacement is estimated at about $200,000 due to the high cost of custom uniforms and the need to order extra inventory to account for student growth and turnover." Board members generally supported creating a consistent annual allocation to avoid unexpected large expenses and to ensure students have quality equipment.
Staff noted the estimate reflects current material costs and supply‑chain uncertainties, and recommended early purchasing when possible. The proposal will be included in future budget planning discussions.
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