Alto school campus is inadequate and should be replaced
STEVE MCCARTY Alto

As a 1961 graduate and longtime resident of Alto, I want to express my views in support of the upcoming AISD bond election to build a new elementary school.

I have deep roots in Alto and serve as the chairman of the community bond election steering committee. I've been through good times and bad with many of you, and I feel that this matter is of upmost importance for our community.

The current campus buildings are unsafe, insecure and in need of being torn down. The buildings have numerous structural problems (electrical, plumbing, asbestos and mold, just to name a few.) Several of the buildings are fire hazards due to the (portable, pre-fab) nature of their construction. There is not adequate parking for any school events - whether it be an elementary function, cafeteria event or a football game.

We need to provide the best we can for our children, grandchildren and all the kids of our community.

We are all proud of our undefeated, state champion football team and our top-notch Vocational FFA programs. We spend a lot of money and time supporting these, and they are very deserving. It is my opinion that we need to provide the same support for academics and facilities.

Many of us have great memories of Alto ISD due in large measure to the fact that taxpayers have always stepped up to the plate to provide the best they could for students. It is our responsibility to create these same great memories and opportunities for Alto's young people of today.

I encourage you to go to the polls on November 6 to vote for our kids, our future and our community.