During a recent press conference, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce joined business and community leaders in Austin and Round Rock as well as school trustees in support of Round Rock ISD’s $572 million bond proposal. Will Coombes, vice president of VISA user experience and vice chair of the Chamber talent development committee, encouraged voters to approve the bond on May 6, Election Day.

The bond proposal focuses on the school district’s growth, innovation, and safety. Funding through the three proposition bond will create a career tech high school, expand athletics facilities, offer residents an additional elementary school, and construct a natatorium. Round Rock ISD taxes on a $290,000 median priced home will increase by $2.23 per month. The initiative will support student learning and help create, maintain, and upgrade school facilities.

The Austin Chamber’s Board of Directors voted in support of the Round Rock school district’s bond proposal.

“With four out of every 10 Round Rock ISD taxpayers living within the City of Austin, we believe this is an important vote for our community,” said Shaun Cranston, SVP of Brookfield Residential and Chamber vice chair of education. “We are confident additional bond funds will effectively accommodate our students’ future needs and will continue to allow the district to graduate students fully equipped to contribute to our strong local economy.”

The press conference was held on April 24 at the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce headquarters in partnership with Classroom for Kids. Early voting continues through May 2. The general election will be held May 6.