Bexar County voters approve $987 million bond for Alamo Colleges

Bexar County voters overwhelmingly approved a historic $987 million bond for the Alamo Colleges District, marking the largest investment in the district's history. The bond will fund the construction and renovation of 15 buildings, including major new facilities at Port San Antonio, Brooks City Base, the South Texas Medical Center, and a new northside training center, to address rapid enrollment growth and workforce needs in sectors like healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. Key projects include a $95 million School of Nursing in the Medical Center and a School of Emerging Technologies at Port San Antonio, along with significant investments in infrastructure and high-demand programs. The bond does not raise the tax rate, relying instead on the region's growing population and larger taxpayer base. While widely supported by local business and workforce leaders, the bond faced opposition from some local GOP leaders concerned about increasing public debt. Alamo Colleges expects enrollment to reach up to 127,000 by 2030, positioning the district as a major driver of economic growth and opportunity in the region.