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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming AUSTIN ISD agenda and found 4 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Final Vote on School Boundary Changes
The board is scheduled to approve major school boundary changes for the 2027-2028 school year. These changes can directly impact property values, commute times, and which schools children attend, yet the detailed maps and rationale are not included in the main agenda packet.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the attachments for Item 13.1 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see if your neighborhood is affected. Email the board at trustees@austinisd.org: ‘Postpone the vote on boundary changes until clear, high-resolution maps and a detailed justification for each change are made easily accessible to all parents.’
💰 Impact: Impact on Property Values
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| ALERT (LEVEL 8) |
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District to Finalize State Lobbying Agenda
The board is set to approve its official legislative priorities for the 90th Texas Legislature. This is a taxpayer-funded lobbying platform that often works against parent rights, school choice, and property tax relief at the state capitol.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open ‘Attachment 1_Austin ISD Legislative Priorities…’ for Item 9.2 in the Official Agenda (linked above). Email the board at trustees@austinisd.org: ‘Publish the district’s proposed legislative agenda online immediately. Taxpayers have a right to know what policies you are lobbying for in our name and with our money.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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| WARNING (LEVEL 7) |
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Public Comment Capped at 60 Speakers, 60 Seconds Each
The Board is limiting public input by capping the number of speakers at 60 and restricting each to a 60-second recorded message. This process, which requires calling in during a specific window, makes it harder for busy parents and taxpayers to address their elected officials directly.
Response
Email the board at trustees@austinisd.org: ‘The current public comment rules are too restrictive. Restore in-person testimony and remove arbitrary caps on the number of speakers to ensure the public’s voice is heard.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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| WATCH (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague ‘Imagine Learning’ Software Contract
The district plans to approve a software agreement with Imagine Learning, a major national vendor. The cost and terms are not disclosed in the agenda, and these contracts can sometimes include student data collection or controversial Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) content.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the attachments for Item 8.1 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to find the cost and contract terms. Email the board at trustees@austinisd.org: ‘What is the total cost of the Imagine Learning contract, and does it include SEL components or student data sharing? Post the full contract online before any vote.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Cost / Data Privacy Risk
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