Williamson County commissioners took up an $87 million funding resolution for a new middle school at their Monday, Nov. 9, meeting.
Resolution No. 11-26-5, sponsored by Commissioner Williams, asked the Board of County Commissioners to approve an intent to fund $87 million for Split Log Middle School, according to the county's meeting agenda packet. The resolution states the school is projected for the eastern section of the county, with an opening target of fall 2029.
The resolution calls for roughly $45.5 million upfront to begin building design, site preparation and construction. The estimated total completion cost would not exceed $87 million.
Under the resolution, the county could draw from its Education Impact Fees account or issue tax-exempt bonds to cover the cost. The county would reimburse itself from bond proceeds for any initial outlays.
The project traces back to the Williamson County Board of Education's five-year capital plan, which the board approved on Nov. 17, 2025. That plan included unfunded projects for the 2025-26 cycle, according to the resolution's text.
The Williamson County School Board voted 12-0 at its Oct. 19 meeting to approve the intent to fund Split Log Middle School at $87 million, according to a school board recap. The county's Budget Committee voted 4-1 in favor, the agenda packet shows.
Commission Chair Chas Morton presided over the Nov. 9 meeting. County Mayor Andrew E. Marshall's name also appears on the resolution.
