Proposal Aims to Enhance Local Healthcare with New State-of-the-Art Facility
Bond Election for New Hospital in Walker County
The Walker County Hospital District has unanimously decided to initiate a bond election for $246,000,000 to fund a new, state-of-the-art hospital. The decision, made on February 10, 2025, aims to address the growing healthcare needs of Walker County residents.
Planned Hospital Features
If approved, the new facility will offer expanded and modernized services, including:
- 60 new private medical/surgical rooms (with 12 shelled for future expansion)
- 12 new ICU rooms
- 8 new labor and delivery rooms, including a C-section room (shelled)
- 6 neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) rooms (shelled)
- 6 new inpatient rehab rooms
- 22 new emergency rooms
- 6 operating rooms (1 shelled)
- 3 procedure rooms
- A new imaging department
- New cafeteria, lobby, and registration areas
The current hospital building will remain operational, housing an expanded laboratory, pharmacy, warehouse, and main kitchen, along with office spaces for support services. Correctional care will be moved to a separate, fully secured facility with dedicated ER, radiology, and surgical services.
Community Benefits and Growth
Modern Facilities and Expanded Services
The new hospital will enhance local healthcare by reducing the need for residents to travel for advanced medical treatment. It will offer improved medical services and resources close to home.
Economic Growth and Investment
Building a new hospital represents a major investment in Walker County’s infrastructure, contributing to economic development and job creation while reinforcing the county’s commitment to healthcare excellence.
Improved Healthcare Outcomes
Better-equipped facilities and expanded services will lead to improved healthcare outcomes for residents. The hospital will be designed to meet the needs of both the general public and the correctional population with distinct, separate care facilities.
Town Hall Meetings Scheduled
Residents are encouraged to attend upcoming town halls to learn more about the bond and ask questions:
- March 12, 2025 – 6:00 PM at Elkins Lake Clubhouse
- March 25, 2025 – 6:00 PM at Riverside Baptist Church
- April 8, 2025 – 6:00 PM at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
Voter Registration Information
To participate in the bond election, Walker County residents must be registered to vote by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Eligible voters must:
- Be U.S. citizens
- Be residents of Walker County
- Be at least 18 years old on Election Day
- Not be convicted felons (unless sentence, probation, and parole are completed)
- Not be declared mentally incapacitated by a court
For more information on voter registration, visit www.votetexas.gov.
Community Encouraged to Vote
Walker County officials encourage all eligible residents, including those turning 18 before May 3, 2025, to register, learn about the bond, and cast their vote. This election represents a pivotal moment in shaping the future of healthcare in Walker County.
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