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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming HARTS BLUFF ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Vote on Property Tax Rate with No Rate Disclosed
The board is set to approve the new property tax levy without publishing the proposed rate in the public agenda. This lack of transparency makes it impossible for taxpayers to know if their property tax burden is increasing until after the vote is taken.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: Contact the Harts Bluff ISD Board of Trustees immediately (see the district website for contact info): ‘Regarding Item 5.C, I demand the proposed tax rate and the no-new-revenue rate be published before the vote. Do not approve a tax rate in the dark.’
💰 Impact: Potential Property Tax Hike
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| WARNING (LEVEL 7) |
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District Reports on Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Conference
The Superintendent is reporting on the TASA/TASB conference, confirming the district’s use of taxpayer funds to participate in organizations that lobby against taxpayer interests. These groups often oppose property tax relief, parental rights, and educational freedom in Austin.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Harts Bluff ISD Board of Trustees (see the district website for contact info): ‘Regarding Item 3.C, please disclose the total annual cost of our district’s membership in TASA and TASB. Why are our tax dollars funding groups that lobby against parents and taxpayers?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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| WARNING (LEVEL 6) |
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Vague Construction Contract Hides Potential New Debt
The board plans to hire a ‘Construction Manager at Risk’ without disclosing the project’s scope, total cost, or how it will be funded. This is often the first step toward a major bond or other debt, committing taxpayers to millions in future spending.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Harts Bluff ISD Board of Trustees (see the district website for contact info): ‘Before voting on Item 5.A, the public deserves to know the full scope and estimated cost of the project. Will this require a bond or Certificates of Obligation?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Project Cost
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