Longview ISD voters approved all five propositions in the $456.2 million bond election held on May 4.
Proposition A passed with 3,073 votes for and 1,602 votes against.
Proposition B passed with 2,845 votes for and 1,813 votes against.
Proposition C passed with 2,718 votes for and 1,930 votes against.
Proposition D passed with 2,700 votes for and 1,952 votes against.
Proposition E passed with 2,815 votes for and 1,837 votes against.
First and foremost, we would like to thank our dedicated parents and community members who volunteered countless hours to inform voters about this important election. Their hard work led to this excellent voter turnout and wonderful results.
We are humbled and grateful for the trust our community has placed in us. This vote affirms our shared commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for all children in Longview.
Once the ballots have been canvassed and the results finalized, Longview ISD will move forward with planning and implementation phases, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency throughout the process.
The district will also be forming a bond advisory committee in the coming weeks, formed out of families, business owners, and other members of the Longview ISD community.
Board Election
Voters in Place 3 also reelected Dr. Samir Germanwala to a second term on the Longview ISD board.
Dr. Germanwala received 536 votes, or 63.81%, defeating challenger Tiffany Angus, who received 304 votes, or 36.19%.
“It’s such an honor and a privilege to be reelected for Place 3 for the LISD school Board of Trustees,” said. Dr. Germanwala. “I would say that there’s been a lot accomplished the last three years, but there’s still so much more work to be done.”
As exciting as these results are for all of Longview, Dr. Germanwala said, “There’s lots of exciting things that are coming!"
“It’s a great ‘win’ for our community. Having a strong school district and a good educational program is only going to strengthen our community. Businesses and industries will come in. I’m a strong believer that education for all children is imperative if we want a vibrant district and community, and it’s a great win for the city of Longview.”