Ep. 09 Montgomery ISD: Why Prop A is Crucial for Our Schools' Future - Special Guest Dr Mark Ruffin

Show Notes: Why is Proposition A crucial for Montgomery ISD? In this episode of The Houston Bound Podcast, Chase Taylor and Mandy Poff engage with Dr. Mark Ruffin, Superintendent of Montgomery ISD. Proposition A is introduced as a measure to generate $5.5 million in revenue to offset a significant budget deficit. The proposition addresses three key funding areas: recruiting and retaining staff, maintaining student programs, and ensuring safety and security. Dr. Ruffin clarifies that without increased local funding, critical educational programs and support staff positions may face cuts, significantly impacting students and teachers. He also differentiates Proposition A from previous bond measures, emphasizing its role in everyday operational costs. Voters are urged to register and vote, with details available in the show notes. This episode underscores the importance of community involvement in local education funding. For more information and to register to vote, listeners can visit the provided website and show notes. Key Takeaways: 1. Schools like Montgomery ISD are not just educational institutions but are integral to the community's identity and appeal, significantly impacting local property values and community cohesion. Public engagement and support are crucial for maintaining and enhancing school quality. 2. Montgomery ISD faces a financial deficit of $4.3 million, and Proposition A aims to address this by providing $5.5 million in additional revenue yearly. Understanding and supporting Prop A is critical to ensure the district can continue to offer high-quality education and services. 3. Without the additional revenue from Prop A, Montgomery ISD may have to cut essential programs and staff, such as dual language programs and interventionists, which are vital to maintaining the district’s status as a premier educational institution. 4. Safety is a top priority, and Montgomery ISD goes beyond the state requirements by staffing more security officers than mandated. Maintaining these high standards of safety requires adequate funding, which Prop A would help secure. 5. School funding influences more than just education. It affects local infrastructure, such as traffic conditions due to school transportation services, and therefore impacts the daily lives of all community members, including those without direct ties to the schools. Website References: 1. https://www.misd.org/about/board/prop_a 2. Montgomery County Elections (mctx.org) Interested in moving to Texas? Need some real estate guidance? Want to see what your home is worth? Want to hear abour properties before they hit the market?! Reach out to us and we would be happy to assist! Chase Taylor & Mandy Poff Inspired Realty & Co Chase 📲832.798.5075 Mandy 📲 210.473.8949 📧chase@irandco.com 📧mandy@irandco.com 🌐www.irandco.com @inspiredrealtyandco @chasemeifucan @themandypoff