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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming ELEANOR KOLITZ HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Financial Advisor Signals Potential New Debt
The board is receiving a ‘Debt Profile Overview’ from Specialized Public Finance Inc., a firm that helps governments issue debt. This is often the first step toward taking on new loans, potentially without direct voter approval, which future taxpayers will have to repay.
Response
ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS: Attend the meeting and ask during the presentation for Item 5.e: ‘Is this presentation a prelude to issuing new debt, such as Certificates of Obligation, without voter approval? We demand any new non-emergency debt be put before the voters.’
💰 Impact: Future Taxpayer Debt
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| WARNING (LEVEL 7) |
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Public Comment Time Severely Limited
The board’s policy limits the entire public comment period to a maximum of 15 minutes for all speakers combined. This restrictive time limit can effectively silence parents and taxpayers by preventing them from addressing the board on important issues.
Response
DEMAND YOUR RIGHT TO SPEAK: Contact the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and demand they expand the public comment period. ‘A 15-minute limit for all taxpayers combined under Item 2 is not sufficient for genuine public input. Please ensure every voice can be heard.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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| WARNING (LEVEL 6) |
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Vague Student Handbook Update — Manual Review Required
The board is scheduled to take action on the Student Handbook, but the proposed changes are not included in the agenda packet. This document could contain significant policy shifts affecting parental rights, student discipline, or curriculum without public review before the vote.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Item 5.a attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see the proposed changes. Contact the Board and demand the vote be postponed until the public has had adequate time to review the new handbook language.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Policy Changes
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