What we reported: In the fall, Humble ISD formed the Citizens Bond Advisory Committee, a group that analyzed the district’s financial situation and projected student population growth before submitting a recommendation to the board of trustees about the size and scope of a potential bond referendum, HISD Chief Financial Officer Mike Seale said.

The latest: Two bond package options will be presented to the HISD board of trustees in January, including one option for more than $600 million and another that surpasses $466 million. The referendum could feature new schools, including an elementary school and a middle school, basketball practice gyms at all five high schools and a multipurpose room at all elementary schools in addition to major renovations at several schools.

What’s next: After the presentation by the bond advisory committee Jan. 12, the HISD board of trustee members will determine whether to call a bond at its Feb. 13 meeting. If a bond is called, early voting will begin April 23, while election day will occur May 5.

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