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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming RANDOLPH FIELD ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying in the Fine Print
The board is set to approve ‘TASB Policy Update 127’ as part of a bundled consent agenda vote. The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is a lobbying organization that uses dues paid by school districts (with your tax dollars) to lobby the state legislature, often for higher taxes and against policies like school choice and parental rights. Approving these updates normalizes the district’s financial relationship with this Austin-based lobby group.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Board of Trustees. ‘Pull Item XIII.C, the TASB Policy Update, from the Consent Agenda for a separate discussion and a roll-call vote. Taxpayers deserve to see where you stand on using our local funds for Austin lobbyists.’
💰 Impact: Annual dues paid to TASB for lobbying activities.
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Secret Changes to Public Meeting Rules
The board is voting on ‘Board Policy BE(LOCAL) Board Meetings’ without providing the text of the proposed changes to the public. This policy governs how meetings are run, including rules for public comment. Changes made without transparency could be used to reduce speaking time, limit who can speak, or make it harder for parents and taxpayers to hold the board accountable. This item is buried in the consent agenda, meaning it could pass without any public discussion.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Item XIII.D, Board Policy BE(LOCAL), please publish the full text of the proposed changes online before the vote. The public has a right to see how you are changing the rules for public meetings.’
💰 Impact: Potential loss of public access and transparency.
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Undisclosed Budget Changes Hidden in Bundled Vote
The board plans to approve ‘Budget Amendment No. 6’ as part of the consent agenda. The agenda provides no details about what this amendment contains, how much money is involved, or which programs are being changed. Budget amendments can be used to shift significant funds or approve new spending with little public scrutiny, bypassing the normal budget process.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Item XIII.J, Budget Amendment No. 6, please publish the full details of this amendment before the vote. Taxpayers deserve to see how their money is being reallocated.’
💰 Impact: Unknown until the amendment details are released.
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