VATRE 2026
What is a VATRE?
A Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) is a local school funding election that asks voters to consider a district’s adopted tax rate. Unlike a school bond election, a VATRE does not create new debt. VATRE funding supports the district’s maintenance and operations budget, which funds the day-to-day operations of the school district.
Valley View ISD Proposition A
On November 3, 2026, Valley View ISD voters will vote FOR or AGAINST Proposition A.
Proposition A asks voters to approve Valley View ISD's adopted tax rate. The total tax rate is $0.87861 for every $100 of taxable property value.
The tax rate has two parts:
$0.7489 — Maintenance & Operations (M&O)
This money pays for the everyday costs of running our schools.
$0.1297 — Interest & Sinking (I&S)
This money is used to pay the District's bond debt.
Total Tax Rate: $0.8786
What Will Be on the Ballot?
When you vote, you will see Valley View Independent School District – Proposition A on the ballot.
Voters will choose FOR or AGAINST Proposition A.
The proposition asks voters to approve the District’s total tax rate of $0.8786 per $100 of taxable property value. The official ballot is required to include the words “THIS IS A TAX INCREASE.”
FOR = A vote to approve Proposition A.
AGAINST = A vote against Proposition A.
Notice of Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election
What Happens if Proposition A Passes?
If voters approve Proposition A, Valley View ISD will use the $0.8786 total tax rate shown above.
More of the tax rate will go to Maintenance & Operations (M&O). M&O money pays for the everyday costs of running our schools, such as staff, classroom programs, utilities, transportation, and other operating expenses.
The I&S portion of the tax rate is used to pay the District’s bond debt.
What Happens if Proposition A Does Not Pass?
If Proposition A does not pass, Valley View ISD cannot use the tax rate that voters were asked to approve.
The District would have to use a lower M&O tax rate. M&O is the money used for the everyday costs of running our schools.
This means the District would have less local funding for day-to-day operating expenses.
Estimate Your VATRE Tax Impact
Enter your home's appraised value to estimate the difference between the tax rate if Proposition A passes and the rate shown by the District if Proposition A does not pass.
VATRE Tax Impact Calculator
Your Estimated Tax Comparison
Please note: This calculator provides an estimate for informational purposes only. Actual property taxes depend on your property's taxable value, exemptions, tax ceilings, and other factors that may apply to your property. This calculator estimates Valley View ISD school taxes only and does not include taxes from other taxing entities.
Election Information
The first step to making your voice heard is making sure you are registered to vote.
Check your voter registration to make sure your information is correct and your registration is active. If you have changed your name or address, be sure to update your information.
Not registered yet? The deadline to register to vote in the November 3, 2026 election is Monday, October 5, 2026.
Early Voting
Monday, October 19, to Friday, October 30, 2026.
Early Voting Location
Cooke County Courthouse Annex
112 South Dixon Street
Gainesville, TX 76240
October 19–23
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday, October 24
7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday, October 25
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
October 26–30
7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls are open 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
On Election Day, Valley View ISD voters must vote at the polling place for their assigned precinct.
Precinct 10
Cross Timbers Church
6134 FM 922
Valley View, TX 76272
Precinct 11
Valley View Baptist Church
504 North Lee
Valley View, TX 76272
Precinct 12
Era Community Center
102 Malone Street
Era, TX 76238