Spring Branch ISD is seeking community volunteers to serve on a 15-member Bond Oversight Committee to monitor how the district manages the $597.1 million bond issue recently approved by district voters.

Superintendent Duncan Klussmann recommended the Board of Trustees approve a panel that includes individuals who have been involved in the previous facilities studies or the Bond Advisory Committee. Nominees should also have expertise in architecture, engineering, construction or finance. Seven members will be recommended by each Trustee and eight members will represent the community at large.

The committee is expected to meet quarterly over the next several years as the district implements the 10-year Bond Program, which includes replacing 12 elementary schools built between 1938 and 1967; upgrading safety, security, technology, transportation and athletic facilities; maintaining and upgrading campus air conditioning, heating, electrical and plumbing systems; and classroom additions and enhanced science labs required--but not funded--by the state.

The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, Dec. 7. The Board hopes to name the committee at its Dec. 14 workshop.

Interested residents are invited to click here.

Details of the Bond Plan are available on the district's web site.

posted 11-29-07