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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming QUINLAN ISD agenda and found 6 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District Discussing Future Debt for New Buildings
Under the Superintendent’s Report, the board will discuss financing methods for future maintenance and a new building site. This is often the first step toward issuing multi-million dollar debt, potentially through Certificates of Obligation which do not require voter approval.
Response
GET AHEAD OF THE DEBT: Contact the Quinlan ISD Board regarding the discussion items in Item 15. ‘As you discuss future financing, I urge you to commit to bringing any proposed debt to the voters for approval via a bond election, rather than using Certificates of Obligation.’
💰 Impact: Future Debt (No Voter Approval?)
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One-Time Stipends Could Create Future Budget Hole
The board is voting on a ‘retention stipend’ for all employees. While supporting staff is important, using temporary funds (like expiring federal COVID money) for pay creates a future budget hole that local property taxpayers will be forced to fill.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Quinlan ISD Board before the meeting. Ask: ‘Regarding Item 7, what is the total cost of the retention stipend and what is the source of the funds? Will this create an ongoing obligation that will require future tax increases?’
💰 Impact: Future Taxpayer Obligation
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Vague Budget Amendments Hide Spending Changes
The board plans to vote on four budget amendments with no description of what they contain or how much money is involved. This lack of transparency prevents taxpayers from knowing how their money is being reallocated mid-year.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The district has not provided the details for the Budget Amendments in Item 8. Contact the Quinlan ISD Board and ask for these documents to be posted publicly before the vote so taxpayers can see what is being changed.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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Vote on Undisclosed ‘Local Improvement Plan’
The board is scheduled to vote on a ‘Local Improvement Plan’ without providing any details about its content, cost, or purpose. This kind of vague agenda item allows significant policy changes to pass without public awareness or input.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Quinlan ISD Board and ask for the full text of the ‘Local Improvement Plan’ in Item 13 to be released to the public before any vote is taken.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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Appointments to School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)
The board is appointing members to the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), which makes recommendations on sensitive health curriculum. The makeup of this council is critical for ensuring parental values are represented in school health policies.
Response
GET INVOLVED: Parents should review the proposed SHAC membership for Item 14. Contact the Quinlan ISD Board to ensure the new members reflect the community’s values on health and curriculum.
💰 Impact: Bypassing Parents
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✅ Wins for Taxpayers
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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District to Hire Armed Security Guard for Campus
The board is voting to hire an armed security guard for the Butler Intermediate campus. This is a direct and effective measure to enhance student safety and protect our schools with taxpayer dollars.
How to Lock It In
AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Contact the Quinlan ISD Board to thank them for prioritizing student safety with Item 10. This sets a strong example for other districts to follow in protecting our children.
✅ Why It Matters: N/A (Responsible Spending)
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