In accordance with current law, the Victoria Independent School District Board of Trustees has officially scheduled a public meeting to discuss the 2025–2026 proposed budget and tax rate.
The Board voted to hold the public meeting on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the VISD Administration Building, located at 102 Profit Drive, Victoria, TX 77901.
As required by law, a public notice including the proposed tax rate and additional details will be published in the Victoria Advocate before the meeting.
The proposed Maintenance & Operations (M&O) tax rate includes eight golden pennies, with the total M&O rate proposed at 0.6969%, which is the same rate adopted for the 2024–2025 school year. Golden pennies generate additional revenue for the district and are not subject to recapture by the state.
The proposed Interest & Sinking (I&S) tax rate is 0.1066%, which is the current I&S rate and the lowest it has been since 2006. This rate is used to pay the principal and interest on the District’s outstanding debt obligations for the 2025–2026 school year. The current debt includes the two outstanding bond payments.
The total proposed tax rate is 0.8035, the lowest combined tax rate in more than 30 years. The annual budget and tax rate directly affect the quality of education, resources in our classrooms, and opportunities for all students.
At VISD, we are committed to responsible financial stewardship through the adoption of a balanced budget for the 2025-2026 school year and the prudent management of all available resources. This approach reflects our dedication to sustainability, transparency, and accountability.
For more information about upcoming board meetings, agendas, and district financial planning, please visit www.visd.net.
Ashley Alvarez is the executive director of communications for VISD.