Midland College Board of Trustees officially calls for bond election in May 2025February 11, 2025

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The Midland College Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a $450 million bond proposal, which will be on the ballot for the May 2025 election. This marks the first bond election for the college since 2005 and is designed to expand career and technical education (CTE) programs to meet the growing workforce demands of the Permian Basin region. Additionally, the plan addresses campus facilities.

Key components of the bond proposal include:

Advanced Technology Complex ($277 million): A cutting-edge facility that will consolidate CTE programs, serving both high school and adult students.
Health Science Facilities Expansion ($43 million): Upgrades to support the growth of health science programs.
Campus Renewal ($54 million): General updates and renovations across campus.
Residence Halls Updates ($35 million): Improvements to student housing facilities.
Student Services Center ($30 million): A new center dedicated to enhancing student support services.
Safety, Security, Signage, and Lighting Upgrades ($10 million): Enhancements aimed at improving campus safety and accessibility.

Dr. Damon Kennedy, President of Midland College, emphasized the importance of the bond, stating, "This proposal is a direct investment in the future workforce of Midland and the Permian Basin. By expanding our CTE programs, we are equipping students with the skills they need to succeed in high-demand careers right here in our community."

With projected enrollment expected to grow from 6,000 to over 10,000 students in the next decade, this expansion will immediately add approximately 1,650 seats in Applied Technology and Health Sciences programs. These additional seats will directly support workforce needs in key fields such as nursing, natural gas compression, automation, welding, and diesel technology.

In addition to the bond proposal, the Midland College Board of Trustees is committed to actively negotiating a proposal from Midland Petro regarding a potential drill site on campus. The Board has engaged legal counsel to facilitate discussions and is working with the City of Midland to address critical infrastructure considerations. The college is committed to making decisions that are in the best interest of the community as a whole.

Early voting for the bond election is scheduled from April 22 to April 29, 2025, with Election Day set for May 3, 2025. In the coming months, Midland College will provide further details on the master plan and how these initiatives will benefit both students and the broader community.

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