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The McAllen ISD Board of Trustees has set a date for a bond election that would fund school improvements and security upgrades.
The board will ask voters to approve the 335-million-dollar bond package on May 2nd. About 117-million dollars will go toward modernization projects, with another 103-million for roof and HVAC repairs at multiple schools.
Over 40-million dollars is designated for wellness, safety and security upgrades, with another 35-million set aside for fine arts improvements and dedicated mariachi program spaces. Early voting on the bond package will start on April 20th.
