Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: CROSS ROADS ISD – Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming CROSS ROADS ISD agenda. There are 2 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8)

Vote on Tax Rate with No Details Provided

📅 August 25, 2026

The board is scheduled to vote on the property tax rate for the 2026-2027 school year, but the agenda provides no specific numbers. Taxpayers cannot see the proposed rate, the ‘no-new-revenue’ rate (the rate that keeps tax bills flat on average), or the voter-approval rate. This lack of transparency makes it impossible for the public to know if their property taxes are being raised until after the vote is taken.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Cross Roads ISD administration before the August 25th meeting. Ask them to publicly post the proposed tax rate, the no-new-revenue rate, and the voter-approval rate. Taxpayers have a right to see the numbers before the board votes.

💰 Impact: A potential property tax increase passed without public scrutiny.

⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7)

Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying with TASB

📅 August 25, 2026

The board is voting to send a representative to the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly. TASB is a powerful lobbying organization that frequently opposes property tax relief, parental rights, and educational freedom at the Texas Legislature. This vote authorizes using district resources and taxpayer money to participate in political advocacy that may not align with the interests of local families and taxpayers.

Response

Contact the Cross Roads ISD Board of Trustees. Ask them to vote NO on Item 9. Tax dollars should be spent on educating children, not on funding political lobbying groups in Austin.

💰 Impact: Use of public funds and staff time for political lobbying.

District Info

Address

14434 FM 59, MALAKOFF, TX 75148

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