Manor ISD voters pass Proposition A, securing pay raises and school safety funds
Manor Independent School District voters on Tuesday, securing additional pay raises for staff and funding for enhanced school safety measures.
The voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE) allows the district to implement a tax rate of $1.0814 per $100 of taxable value for the 2024-2025 school year — the district's lowest rate since 2015. The measure is expected to generate an additional $4.8 million in revenue.
The approved funding will provide an additional 2% salary increase for all employees, bringing the total raise to 3% for this school year when combined with a 1% increase approved in May. Staff members will receive retroactive payments for the increase.
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The proposition also funds new school police officer positions, security equipment, and expanded mental health programs, including additional social workers.
Despite the increased funding, Manor ISD's overall tax rate will decrease, partly due to reduced bond debt repayment rates and the state's decision to lower the maximum compressed tax rate during the 88th legislative session.
The district expects to send approximately $1.7 million back to the state this year through Texas's recapture program, commonly known as "Robin Hood." However, the additional funding approved through Proposition A will not be subject to recapture and will remain within the district.
