Crandall ISD

A Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) is a local election that gives voters the opportunity to decide if Crandall ISD may adjust its maintenance and operations (M&O) tax rate. Doing so allows the district to bring in additional local and state revenue that supports students, staff, and campus priorities.

Unlike a bond election, a VATRE does not create new debt. Instead, it generates ongoing revenue that can be used to:

• Provide competitive pay to recruit and retain quality teachers and staff.

• Strengthen student programs, including special education.

• Expand safety and security measures across campuses.

What does this mean for Crandall ISD taxpayers?

• Proposing a Total Tax Rate of $1.1992. (increase of $.03)

• Average home value in CISD: $315,957

• Estimated tax impact: $52.97 per year (about $4.40 per month)

For the owner of an average-valued home, the VATRE would result in a small increase of about a fancy coffee a month. 

How much funding would this generate?

If approved, the VATRE would bring in about $4 million in new annual revenue for Crandall ISD, divided as follows:

• $1 million from the local tax base.

• $3 million from the state.

This means every local dollar invested brings back an additional three dollars from the state — multiplying the community’s impact.

How would VATRE funds be used in Crandall ISD?

If approved, the VATRE would generate about $4 million each year for Crandall ISD. These funds would be invested directly into people, programs, and safety:

• $2,500,000 – Salaries & Pay Increases

  • Provides a 4% raise for all staff.

  • Increases starting teacher pay to $60,000.

  • Average teacher would see a salary increase of about $2,750.

• $1,000,000 – Teaching & Learning Support

  • Strengthens instructional programs and student learning initiatives.

  • Ensures teachers have the resources needed to support every student.

• $500,000 – Safety & Security

  • Adds school officers and resources to improve the safety of students and staff.

  • Expands security measures across all campuses.

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  What happens if the voters reject the VATRE?

  • The district will continue to be at a competitive disadvantage attracting and retaining teachers and staff. The district will also have to consider additional cost saving measures because it will not have access to 4 million in funding.