Summary
The board was scheduled to receive information about the upcoming November General Obligation Bond proposition impacting the Sammons Community Center.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Dependent on bond passage and future funding allocations.
City residents utilizing community center facilities and local recreation programs.
Taxpayers who may face higher tax burdens if the bond is approved.
Mentions & discussions (14)
Temple City Council announces concept plan before vote to replace historic community center
Temple City Council announces concept plan before vote to replace historic community center kcentv.com
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
The board was scheduled to receive information about the upcoming November General Obligation Bond proposition impacting the Sammons Community Center.
City Council (Special) - Aug 17, 2026
The city is proposing a $15 million bond to replace the Sammons Community Center, which was closed due to structural issues. Residents are concerned about the cost and lack of transparency regarding the new design.
Temple calls for voters to approve $15M bond to replace tornado-damaged community center
Temple calls for voters to approve $15M bond to replace tornado-damaged community center KWTX
Temple City Council calls bond election to replace Sammons Community Center
Temple City Council calls bond election to replace Sammons Community Center KCENTV.com
Temple voters to decide on bond for Sammons Community Center
Temple voters to decide on bond for Sammons Community Center KWTX
City of Temple to consider calling bond election to replace Sammons Community Center
City of Temple to consider calling bond election to replace Sammons Community Center KCENTV.com
City Council (Regular) - Aug 6, 2026
The city is planning to borrow over $146 million to fund major infrastructure and development projects.
City orders temporary closure of Temple Mall over unresolved safety issues
City orders temporary closure of Temple Mall over unresolved safety issues KWTX
Business owner in Temple mall isn’t giving up as city closes mall for repairs
Business owner in Temple mall isn’t giving up as city closes mall for repairs KWTX
Fire Marshal orders Temple Mall temporary closure - KWKT
Fire Marshal orders Temple Mall temporary closure KWKT - FOX 44
City Council Workshop - Apr 16, 2026
The council received information on potential bond measures for the Temple College District, which could fund future educational projects and expansions.
City of Temple to not reopen Sammons, considering bond proposal
City of Temple to not reopen Sammons, considering bond proposal KXXV
Temple City Hall temporarily closed due to 'potential structural issue'
Temple City Hall temporarily closed due to 'potential structural issue' KCENTV.com
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