Election
BY BROOKE SJOBERG
GISD voters pass all bond propositions, re-elect incumbent
Citizens Advisory Committee discussions about the bond before the election, it was suggested Propositions B, C and D might struggle in the polls. These expectations came from community survey results, Padavil said, which are usually accurate in predicting how propositions will perform. He said Prop B was expected to be supported by about 50% of voters, while props C and D were expected to receive less than 50% support. “For all four positions to pass I just think speaks to the collective work of the people in this room to earn the community’s trust,” Padavil said during the workshop. “I’m just constantly understanding that trust is fragile, and we’re going to continue to be transparent in earning people’s trust.” What else? Mauldin will remain on the GISD board of trustees to serve another three-year term after she received more than 70% of ballots cast in the race for Place 6. Her seat was challenged by Aaron Smith, who received 29.97% of ballots cast, representing 2,091 votes. “I am grateful that the voters in our community decided that I will return for a second term,” Mauldin told Community Impact . “I look forward to working with the other board members and the GISD administration to raise our students’ academic performance, manage student growth and financial oversight.” The Place 6 race was the only contested position on the ballot as Stephen Benold chose not to run for re-election to Place 7, leaving Stacy McLaughlin unopposed.
During the May 4 election, voters living within Georgetown ISD’s boundaries showed support for all four district bond propositions totaling $649.51 million. They also re-elected Trustee Jen Maudlin to her seat on the school board. What residents need to know This was the largest bond package in district his- tory to go before voters, and comes as the district plans for enrollment to increase by 500 students in the next school year, according to previous Community Impact reporting. The bond was split between four propositions, each receiving support from at least 60% of voters. • Proposition A, $597.47 million for capital improvements, new school facilities, and safety and security • Proposition B, $20.33 million for technology and technology infrastructure improvements • Proposition C, $27.85 million for fine arts facilities improvements • Proposition D, $3.86 million for improvements to athletic facilities “The passage of all four propositions of the 2024 bond is a testament to our community’s commit- ment to our students’ success,” Superintendent Devin Padavil said in a release from the district. “With this crucial funding, we are well-positioned to accommodate the growth of our district and provide our students with resources to support their growth and achievement.” The background In a May 6 board workshop following the passage of the bond, Padavil shared that during
Results breakdown
Incumbent
Winner
Georgetown ISD bond
Proposition A
69.81% for 30.19% against
Proposition B
67.4% for 32.6% against
Proposition C
62.72% for 37.28% against
Proposition D
60.63% for 39.37% against
Georgetown ISD board of trustees
Place 6
70.03% Jen Mauldin 29.97% Aaron Smith
SOURCE: WILLIAMSON COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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