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We reviewed the upcoming agenda for EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD and found 7 items with policy significance ahead of the vote.
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Board to Finalize Tax Rate and Bond Election Results
The board will vote on resolutions to canvass the results of the November 3, 2026, voter-approval tax rate election and a bond election. Following this, the board will take action to adopt an ordinance setting the new tax rate, finalizing a major fiscal decision for the district.
Policy Use
DOCUMENT AND TRACK: Confirm the outcome of the votes on items VII.A, VII.B, and VII.E. Document the new tax rate and the amount of bond debt approved for the state fiscal tracker.
Policy Lever: Tax Rate & Bond Issuance
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District to Discuss 2027-2028 Legislative Priorities
The board will hear a report on the district’s proposed legislative priorities for the 2027-2028 session. This item reveals the district’s official stance on state-level education policy, which it will likely advocate for through lobbying efforts.
Policy Use
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Retrieve the presentation or draft legislative priorities for item II.D from the official agenda link. This document is critical for the state affairs team to understand the district’s lobbying position on key education issues for the upcoming legislative session.
Policy Lever: State Legislative Agenda
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District and Campus Improvement Plans on Consent Agenda
The board will approve the 2026-2027 District and Campus Improvement Plans via the consent agenda, bundling a major policy document with routine items. These plans often contain strategic goals and initiatives related to curriculum and staff training, including potential DEI or SEL programs.
Policy Use
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Immediately request the full 2026-2027 District and Campus Improvement Plans referenced in consent agenda item X.D. Analyze these plans for initiatives related to DEI, SEL, ‘restorative practices,’ or other contested frameworks.
Policy Lever: DEI/SEL Program Implementation
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New Library Book Purchases on Consent Agenda
The board is set to approve the purchase of new library books as part of the consent agenda. The list of books is not provided in the agenda, preventing public review of materials being added to school libraries prior to the vote.
Policy Use
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Request the list of books for purchase under consent agenda item X.B. This is a recurring item that should be monitored for content related to DEI, SEL, or other contested frameworks.
Policy Lever: Parental Review of Library Materials
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Board to Approve Federal Single Audit Report
The board will consider approving the 2025-2026 Federal Single Audit Report. This report details the district’s compliance with federal grant requirements and is a key document for tracking the use and oversight of federal funds.
Policy Use
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Request the full 2025-2026 Federal Single Audit Report referenced in item VII.D. Review for any findings of non-compliance or questionable expenditures related to federal grants.
Policy Lever: Federal Grant Compliance
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Restrictive Public Comment Sign-Up Window
The district’s public comment procedure requires individuals to sign up in person during a 50-minute window immediately preceding the meeting. This practice can limit participation by parents and community members who cannot arrive early.
Policy Use
DOCUMENT FOR STATE AFFAIRS: Note the public comment procedure under item II.A as an example of a procedural barrier to public participation. This can be used as a data point for testimony on state-level bills concerning school board transparency and governance.
Policy Lever: Public Comment Restrictions
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Agreement for Law Enforcement Dispatch Services
The board is scheduled to approve an interlocal agreement with the City of Lake Worth for public safety dispatch services on the consent agenda. The terms of the agreement, which could affect law enforcement response and coordination, are not detailed in the agenda.
Policy Use
WATCH: Request the interlocal agreement from consent item X.E to confirm it is a routine renewal and does not contain new language restricting law enforcement access or cooperation.
Policy Lever: Law Enforcement Cooperation
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