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Midlothian
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Bond Referendum

Summary

The city successfully priced over $32 million in bonds and tax notes to fund ongoing street and infrastructure improvements without raising projected tax rates.

At a glance

Total mentions
6
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 25, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Finances over $32 million in capital projects while maintaining projected debt service tax rates.

✅Who benefits

Midlothian taxpayers and motorists benefiting from accelerated street and infrastructure construction.

⚠️Who could be affected

Taxpayers could face future debt service tax impacts if property values do not keep pace with debt issuance plans.

Mentions & discussions (6)

Midlothian MirrorOct 7, 2026

Town hall meeting set for city’s 2026 Bond Referendum - Midlothian Mirror

Staff report The City of Midlothian will hold a town hall meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 5 p.m., to present information about the bond referendum that will appear on the November ballot.  To be held at City Hall, the town hall meeting will be led by Mayor Pro Tem Clark Wickliffe and will feature […]

Midlothian MirrorAug 27, 2026

MISD renovation projects proceed - Midlothian Mirror

An architectural rendering of Frank Seale Middle School’s cafetorium in a completed state following renovations that are scheduled to begin in March 2027. Photo courtesy Huckabee Bill Spinkswspinks@cherry...

MeetingAug 25, 2026approved

City Council - Aug 25, 2026

The city successfully priced over $32 million in bonds and tax notes to fund ongoing street and infrastructure improvements without raising projected tax rates.

Midlothian MirrorAug 16, 2026

City Council calls November bond election - Midlothian Mirror

Bill Spinkswspinks@cherryroad.com The Midlothian City Council Tuesday night turned its attention to the next bond issue in November, while making preparations to wrap up the most recent 2021 package. The body u...

MeetingAug 11, 2026approved

City Council - Aug 11, 2026

The city is putting a massive $192.5 million bond package on the November ballot across five propositions, covering streets, a police substation, drainage, and parks. Residents will get to vote directly on whether to fund these major community investments.

MeetingMar 10, 2026approved

City Council - Mar 10, 2026

The city is deciding how to pay for $10 million in park upgrades. Some council members prefer using cash on hand to avoid debt, while others are open to financing options.

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