Katy ISD's Board of Trustees has submitted a $459.7 million bond package and called for a Nov. 2 bond election. The proposed bond package would fund the building of new schools including three elementary, one junior high, and one high school.Funds are also set aside for other capital project expenditures such as new buses, portable classroom buildings, land for future schools and costs associated with selling bonds.The bond package is divided into four major areas: $282 million for the construction of new schools $119 million for the renovation of existing schools and facilities $35 million for technology $22 million for other items (1 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: Katy ISD Tax Rate Remains the same for 3rd year in a row
- 09/22/10 04:36 AM
The Katy school district doesn't plan to raise the tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The overall tax rate is to remain at $1.5266 per $100 valuation. 2010 will be the third year in a row that the tax rate has remained unchanged. (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: Mortgage Rates Tick Upward on News from the Fed
- 02/19/10 09:53 AM
Mortgage rates tick upward on news from the Fed. "The Federal Reserve should begin to sell off its stockpile of mortgage-backed securities as the recovery gains strength," Philadelphia Fed President Charles Plosser said in a speech on Wednesday. "As the economic recovery gains strength and monetary policy begins to normalize, I would favor our beginning to sell some of the agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) from our portfolio rather than relying only on redemption of these assets," Plosser said. In order to sell more MBS, yields would need to move higher to attract buyers. Since mortgage rates are largely determined by MBS (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: ICC Upholds Mandatory Fire Sprinklers in Residential Code
- 02/16/10 08:31 AM
In November 2009 the International Code Council (ICC) voted to keep the language related to mandatory fire sprinklers installed in all new one and two family homes in the next edition of the International Residential Code (IRC). Fire sprinklers will be mandatory in new buildings beginning on January 1, 2011. Currently, 48 states, including Texas, use the IRC as a basis of regulating residential construction. The International Residential Code (IRC) is a comprehensive, stand alone residential code that creates minimum regulations for one- and two-family dwellings of three stories or less. It brings together all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy and (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: No Chatting on Phones in Katy School Zones
- 08/24/09 01:40 AM
Katy school starts today and so do new laws about cell phone usage in school zones. Texas has passed legislation addressing the use of cell phones in school crossing zones. The law covers talking and texting in posted school zones. Violation of the new law can result in a $200.00 fine. Use of cell phones is still allowed in certain circumstances, such as if the vehicle is stopped or placing emergency calls to law enforcement agencies. Please refer to HB 55 for complete rules.
Elegant home on large corner lot across the street from pocket park. Leaded glass front door. Ceramic tile in entry,kitchen,breakfast,masterbath. Carpet downstairs installed Nov 08. Numerous trees in front and side yard. HUGE rear yard backing up to George Bush Park. Master bedroom down with two bedrooms and gameroom upstairs. Formal dining room. Home located in Cinco Ranch Equestrian Villa. Zoned to Katy ISD schools: Exley Elementary, Beck JHS, Seven Lakes HS. MLS number 18859755 (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: Texas First Time Homebuyer Program/Texas Mortgage Credit Program Announced
- 06/18/09 03:45 AM
The Texas Department of Housing and community Affairs (TDHCA) recently announced the release of 2 new down payment assistance programs. Mortgage Advantage Program 90-Day Down Payment Assistance Program Both programs are designed to monetize the Federal First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit enacted with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 by helping Texas families take advantage of the opportunity made available by recent Congressional action. For details on both programs visit www.myfirsttexashome.com or call toll free 1-800-792-1119 If you would like more information on Katy, Texas real estate visit www.katyhomesforyou.com to locate current market conditions and available homes or (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: July 4th Day of Fun at Silvermill Katy, Texas
- 06/10/09 04:18 PM
Mark your calender for a fun day on July 4th at Silvermill in Katy, Texas. Silvermill in Katy, Texas will be hosting a 4th of July Fun Day for residents at the Pool/Park. Plans are to serve watermelon, snow cones, and lemonade. Also being planned are a moonwalk, games, and an Independence Day cake. Silvermill is a community in Katy, Texas near the west side of Houston, Texas. Students of Silvermill attend the acclaimed Katy ISD schools. Visit Katy ISD website at www.katyisd.org for more information. If you would like more information on Katy, Texas real estate visit www.katyhomesforyou.com to locate current (0 comments)
Be prepared for those emergencies by learning CPR on Saturday, June 27th in Katy, Texas. The CPR class will be held for Silvermill residents at the Westlake Fire Dept in Katy, Texas from 8:00-Noon. The cost is FREE if you don't require a certification card. If you need the certification card the cost is $30.00 and the instructor must know in advance. Make your reservation at silvermilleditor@yahoo.com. Include your name, age, address, and phone number. This class is open to all adult and teens of the Silvermill subdivision. Silvermill is located in Katy, Texas, a community on the west side (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: Slivermill Subdivision Katy Texas Social Events
- 06/10/09 03:16 PM
Welcome to Silvermill, a community located in Katy, Texas. Silvermill announces Movie/Bunco night in association with Westfield an adjoining community in Katy, Texas on June 18, 2009. The MUD board has agreed to allow Silvermill and Westfield residents to join together for a Movie Night in the retention pond area while inside the Mayde Creek Community Center an adult only Bunco game will be held. Admission to the Bunco night is one canned good for the Food Bank. Anyone who would like to bring a dessert is encouraged to do so. Coffee and lemonade will be served. Cost for the movie is FREE! (0 comments)
katy texas homes for sale: It's June in Katy Texas - Hurricane Season is here in Katy Texas
- 06/10/09 02:47 PM
Be prepared for the inevitable, Hurricane season in Katy, Texas. Know where to look for information in those critical days before, during, and after a Hurricane. Keep these websites handy and be ready when a Hurricane strikes Katy, Texas. NWS hurricane links, forecasts, assessments: http://www.weather.gov/os/hurricane NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards: http://www.weather.gov/nwr National Hurricane Center: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov NOAA Hurricane Website http://hurricanes.noaa.gov/ American Red Cross: http://www.redcross.org Federal Emergency Management Agency: http://www.fema.gov Keep this information nearby to help deal with severe weather conditions in Katy, Texas.
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