Scope

• ADA-compliant restroom renovations

• ADA playground enhancements

• Roof and exterior door replacements

• New fire sprinkler system for safety compliance

• Replacement of outdated HVAC units and controls

• Flooring, ceiling, painting, and casework updates

• Structural repairs and water piping upgrade

• Replace tennis courts

• Create collaborative learning commons in underutilized space

• Conversion of former computer lab into a flexible classroom

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What is happening to the auditorium in Le Center?

• The auditorium at Le Center will be taken down and the space will be converted into green space. A specific timeline for this change has not yet been set.

What is happening to the Primary Center in Le Center?

• The Primary Center is valued and remains in active use supporting SW Metro Services programming, staff training, youth activities, and district storage needs. The building will continue to be maintained, invested in, and utilized by the district.

Is the district planning to close the PreK–8 school in Le Center?

• No. The TCU Le Center PreK–8 building is a key part of TCU’s long-term plan. The school board and district leadership have consistently reaffirmed this commitment—through public statements and major investments.

  • • $9.5 million in improvements have already been completed since 2019 (HVAC, boilers, parking, air quality).

    • Over $11 million in additional improvements are planned as part of the 2026 referendum.

📌 CLICK HERE to view Le Center PreK-8 Proposed Floor Plan

Scope 

• New 6-classroom addition with learning commons to support increased enrollment (will serve as ICC 500 storm shelter)

  • • Additional mechanical, electrical, and restrooms as part of addition

• Replacement of aging air chiller and chilled water piping

• ADA playground enhancements

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Why does Lonsdale need an addition?

• Lonsdale Elementary is nearing capacity, and enrollment is projected to continue growing in the years ahead. The building currently has limited space for small group instruction, intervention services, and specialty programs like Early Childhood and Family Education (ECFE). Several classrooms and support staff are already working in shared or repurposed spaces, which limits flexibility for both students and teachers.

  • • Adding new classrooms, breakout spaces, restrooms, and a collaborative learning commons will give the school room to serve both current and future students—and allow the district to avoid overcrowding or the need to reassign students to other sites. The addition is designed to meet projected needs over the next 20 years and will be constructed as a storm shelter for student and staff safety.

    • This project reflects feedback from both community task forces and public forums, where space limitations at the Lonsdale building were consistently identified as a top concern.

If Lonsdale gets more students, how does the entire district benefit?

• New students bring state funding (about $10,300 per student annually) that supports the entire district.

• Higher enrollment helps maintain staffing and programming at all schools.

• It strengthens district finances and reduces the impact of open enrollment out.

• The result: more stability, better opportunities, and long-term sustainability for the whole district.

📌 CLICK HERE to view Lonsdale PreK-6 Proposed Floor and Site Plan

Scope

• ADA-compliant restroom renovations

• ADA playground enhancements

• Fire alarm system replacement for safety compliance

• Roof, window, and exterior door replacements

• HVAC upgrades, including rooftop units and shop ventilation improvements

• Replacement of outdated electrical panels and switchgear

• New acoustical ceilings and updated building controls

• New pool cover and deck resurfacing to improve safety and reduce energy costs

• Refurbish the wooden floor in the Elementary School gymnasium

• Flooring, ceiling, casework, and painting updates

• Exterior repairs to stucco, brick, and drainage systems

• Conversion of aged and underused auditorium into classrooms and shared learning space

• Create collaborative learning commons in underutilized space

• CTE/FACS * classroom expansion

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What is happening in the Montgomery auditorium?

The existing auditorium at Montgomery will be converted into classrooms and a shared learning space.

• • This repurposing addresses current space needs without requiring new construction, making better use of existing facilities in a cost-effective way.

  • It reflects community and staff feedback, and was supported by both the 2023 and 2025 community facility task forces.

📌 CLICK HERE to view Montgomery PreK-8 Proposed Floor Plan

Scope:

• Addition to include expanded weight room, additional locker rooms, and secure entrance with athletic offices

• Update Career and Technical Education (CTE) equipment

• New greenhouse for dedicated agricultural programming

• New fire alarm system with voice notification
  
  

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Why is a High School addition part of the plan?

As part of the 2026 referendum proposal, Tri-City United High School is planning a modest addition that includes an expanded weight room, additional locker rooms, and a secure entrance with athletic offices. This project addresses long-standing space and functionality challenges, driven by increased student participation and evolving facility needs in today’s educational environment.

Weight Room Expansion Supports Student and Program Growth

• The current weight room serves a wide range of students, including 10 athletic teams, a growing weightlifting program, co-curricular physical education classes, and students with special needs who rely on the space for health and wellness. As participation and programming continue to grow, the space has become too limited to safely and effectively meet these needs.

• Because fitness equipment requires clear space around it to be used safely, expanding the weight room will provide the necessary space to reduce safety risks, support program growth, and ensure accessibility for students of all abilities. This improvement reflects how the space is used today and how it should function in the future.

Locker Room Needs During Busy Events

• Currently, the high school has only two locker rooms, which creates significant challenges when hosting events. This has become more difficult with TCU’s move to the Big South Conference and the increase in student participation. On busy nights when multiple events are taking place, there simply is not enough space to accommodate all teams.

• To work around this, visiting teams are sometimes assigned to areas such as the band or music rooms, or the Performing Arts Center—spaces not designed for changing. This creates student privacy concerns. It is also not consistent with what our student-athletes experience when competing at other schools. Many comparable high schools have four locker rooms, providing greater flexibility and a better experience when hosting.

The addition also includes a secure, dedicated entrance for the activities wing, along with space to allow for enhanced supervision. Overall, this addition is a practical response to real needs.

What happens to the money already fundraised and donated for the high school weight room?

• We’re incredibly grateful for the support from families, booster clubs, businesses, and individuals. These donations were always intended for equipment, not construction. The first phase of fundraising has already brought new equipment to the high school, with older equipment moved to Le Center for student use there. The 2026 referendum includes an expansion of the weight room, and donated funds will continue to be used as planned—to equip the space with tools that support student wellness, strength, and training.
  
  

📌 CLICK HERE to view High School Proposed Floor and Site Plan

FINANCIAL

• The total bond amount remains $39,990,000. If approved, the estimated tax increase for a $300,000 home would be about $5.69 per month on average in 2027. This updated average reflects additional expiring debt since last November’s projection.

SCOPE

• Nothing has been removed from the November 2025 scope. Updates to the HVAC plan at Montgomery PreK–8 lowered the overall cost, allowing us to add CTE storage to free up classroom space and include a greenhouse to support our award-winning FFA program.

VOTING

• For this election, we’re making it easier to vote with convenient Early In-Person Voting at the TCU District Office. Learn more below.