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So you are saying we should ignore those that are probably the most knowledgeable of our system and needs? Interesting.

I have to disagree with your statement. The public education system is a primary foundation for our children's future preparation for 14 (including K and pre K) years for there adolescent lives. Importance wise, it ranks right up there with home and church. During a school year your/our kids spend more time in school than they do at home. They spend more time with teachers than they do with parents (excluding summers. Chances are you public school district is the biggest employer in your city. All or which makes it pretty important.

I don't disagree with you, however she was his appointee. With the carousel of staff/cabinet the selection pool is dwindling and some of your most qualified won't even consider taking the plunge knowing it could be career assassination.

Absolutely 100%. Furthermore, while I appreciate Trump's willingness to stand up to opposition it bothers me that he doesn't always back it up which shows he will play the bluff card.

That can apply to a game or even a business. We're talking about our national security where I would think stability and confidence is essential. The appearance oF instability in our nation security could be an invitation for challengers. JMO

No one says my truck note cost me 6000 a year. they say 500 a month. If you own a 250,000 home and understand your finances you probably won't be deceived buy a monthly increase statement rather than the yearly cost. Potato pototo.

I eluded to your question in a previous post. The actual/accurate interest rate is unknown and it would be difficult to accurately project the total cost of 156,000,000. However, that uncertainty would have a minimal affect when you're talking about the monthly tax variance to a home owner. This is from the districts website. Since they state "maximum projected" I assume they are providing the worst case scenario. I understand that if the bond issue is passed that school taxes will go up approximately 33 Cents per $100 of value. Will the tax rate be the same until all bonds have been paid? No. The only year projected to reach the maximum increase is tax year 2020. That is when the tax rate is at its’ highest point. It is projected that the tax rate will then decrease slightly each year thereafter. What is the total projected tax impact to the owner of a $125,000 home? Will this amount of tax increase be consistent throughout the 25-year bonded indebtedness? The maximum projected tax increase for a home valued at $125,000 will be $27.50 per month in 2020 assuming that both bond propositions pass. The cost will probably be less in the years following 2020, as the value of the district increases, the tax rate amount needed to pay the bond debt will go down. [Hidden Content]

You would think with the platform of less spending, less government and less taxes the president and the GOP could propose a lesser budget rather than a record setting high budget. I don't get it.

My reference to an unknown interest rate was directed to the question of the total cost on top of 156,000,000. The unknown tax rate/variance will have little effect on the monthly tax increase. Reality is, you bring 156,000,000 worth of construction and 100+ workers at a time to your community, it increases revenue. More restaurant business, hotels, fuel sold for equipment and individuals, local hardware shopping etc. I feel your projected monthly cost is inflated quite a bit. JMO. I'll try to provide more info to support my opinion when I have more time.

There's no way to accurately know that information until the bonds are actually sold. Realistically, if the bond passes, bonds won't be sold for possibly a year or more. I think it would be irresponsible to try and project an accurate interest rate that far in advance. Even then they will probably be sold in phases so the tax payer potentially may not see an increase for two years and the increase may be in increments. Tax payers will not be hit with an immediate total tax increase.

It makes me wonder; is it possible that he was not alone in the staging and could the motive been something else other than career advancement? Food for thought for those conspiracy theorist.

This is 100% absolutely unbelievable. There should be outrage.

There will be some additional costs/burden to some home owners but the tax structure has already been shared. How it affects each household will vary according to their personal finances. If you're interested in sharing facts with others don't forget to mention that there will be no additional cost for those that rent or don't own a home; or that there will be no increase for seniors.

You can not make this claim unless you have personal knowledge of the facilities or have taken one of the tours provided.

I had no idea he was 29. Thought he was older.

Yes breaking news. Networks interrupted regular viewing TV one hour before the national news program to let everyone know the Mueller report was released and no one knows whats in it and no additional indictments, all of which they reported yesterday. Media sensationalism at its finest.

Can you share what part of the story is not being told?

Sounds like she is not ready to settle or sit idle. Sound like she wants continued improving into the future. Can you provide a quality education for less than a $156,000,000? Yes. You could build a perfectly adequate bare necessity home for you and your family for $30,000. Something tells me you would want more for them if you are able.

This is not true at all. Aside from the basic listed on the district website, I don't know the details of what will be addressed in the bond. However, TEA sets standards for optimal education performance. Areas short of these standards hinders education performance determined by TEA. The infrastructure of a school building dictates the level of technology related education and educational growth that is needed in the advanced learning environment of today such as computer labs, smart board interactive technologies, chemistry and biology specific labs, etc. Classroom sizes are mandated from TEA to accommodated the growing needs within a classroom. Proper climate control, indoor air quality, etc contributes to a healthier environment which contributes to better education. The education advantages go way beyond the brick and mortar. I can provide plenty of supporting data if needed. Furthermore, I'd be willing to bet if you survey the students that have spent years in an old school, then moved into a new school you'd see increased motivation.

BC is trying to pass another bond now. Their needs did not go away. [Hidden Content]

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Whats up with the occasional flood of Asian language posts? Its not only irritating but concerning on the site's security.

This is tragic, cowardly and evil. On a somewhat separate note; I'm a little confused that the name of the mosque was Chirstchurch. It sounds like a christian church name.

Very unexpected.

She will not be in the picture till the end and will only make other democrats seem more rational.