Garland ISD trustees approved the district’s 2026-27 budget Monday, adopting a spending plan that projects a General Fund deficit of more than $28 million while also recognizing several award-winning departments and honoring longtime Purchasing Director Mark Booker during his final board meeting.

The June 22 meeting began with a public hearing on the proposed budget and tax rate for the 2026-27 school year. Deputy Superintendent Darrell Dodds presented the proposed General Fund, Student Nutrition Services Fund and Debt Service Fund budgets, noting the tax rate was not scheduled for approval that night.

The proposed tax rate for 2026-27 is expected to remain unchanged at $0.786900. Dodds said certified property values are expected to arrive in July and will be presented to trustees in September.

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