2024 Facility Planning Committee

Mesquite ISD determined that the establishment of a Facility Planning Committee would provide the best means of developing a bond proposal to be placed before the voters of the City. This committee will help with the planning and prepping stages of the bond, as well as the bond itself.

Charge of Committee

To help the district plan for the future, the Facility Planning Committee is charged to:

Analyzing the feasibility of recommending to the School Board that they call an election for the purpose of passing General Obligation Bond authorizations. Such analysis shall include examining what projects shall be recommended for placement before the voters for consideration, as well as recommending bond amounts and an issuance timing schedule.

  • Assess and prioritize the district’s current and long-term facility needs, including, but not limited to:

    • District and city growth and capacity

    • Building age, safety, and condition

    • Land acquisition

    • Energy efficiency and sustainable features

  • Develop and prioritize potential projects, including new construction, renovations/additions, technology, equipment, and other areas that may arise from community input

  • Consider the needs of all community members and align recommendations with the district’s mission, vision, and goals

  • Represent the entire community’s, values, and perceptions, and seek input from other residents

  • Consider the district’s current financial position and funding methods to develop a recommendation that is fiscally sound

  • Make a recommendations that address the district’s growth and facility needs based on the Committee’s identified priorities