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Projected Tax Impact
Projected Tax Impact Calculator
Results reflect Bond and VATRE and include the Homestead Exemption (HSE).

Understanding the Tax Rate
In Texas, school district budgets are funded by two different tax rates, and each rate can only be used for certain types of expenses.
Bond funds cannot be used for daily district operations such as salaries.
GENERAL OPERATING FUND
Maintenance & Operations (M&O)
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For schools, this includes:
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Salaries
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Utilities
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Supplies
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Repairs
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Fuel
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For citizens, this is similar to:
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Groceries
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Utilities
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Minor Home Repairs
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Routine Services
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Car Fuel
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DEBT SERVICES FUND
Interest & Sinking (I&S)
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For schools, this includes:
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Construction
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Renovations
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HVAC Systems
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Roofing
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Technology
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Student Transportation
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For citizens, this is similar to:
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Mortgage
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Home Renovation
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Major Appliances
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Land
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Car
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AG Exemption on 100 Acres
AG exempt values were provided by Leon CAD.

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