By Alishia Jolivette, Deputy Chief of Operations, presented health and safety needs, including lead remediation, replacement of HVAC systems, and air and water quality was also studied.
In addition, Texas House Bill 3 mandates that all Texas schools have security vestibules (entry areas that will protect students and staff from potential threats) and adequate security cameras.
Jolivette also cited a need for $1.04 billion in security improvements for the district’s 274 campuses, and showed those in the proposal for the following improvements:
- Safety Upgrades
- Secure Single Point of Entry
- Perimeter Fencing
- Upgrading Classroom Doors
- Upgrading Exterior Doors
- Mobile Command Center
- New Patrol Vehicles
- Equipment for Expanded Officer Force
