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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming GUNTER ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Update
The board is receiving a ‘Governmental Relations Update’ from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) under item 5.D.5. TASB is a lobbying group that uses local tax dollars to work against property tax relief and parental rights in Austin.
Response
ASK THE BOARD: During public comment, ask ‘How much in taxpayer money does Gunter ISD pay in annual dues to TASB? Will the board commit to ending its membership and stop funding lobbyists who work against parents and taxpayers?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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Board Member Attending Lobby Group Conference
A board member is reporting on their attendance at the TASB/TASA ‘txEDCON 2026’ conference and a regional TASB affiliate meeting (Item 6.A). These events train board members to lobby the legislature using taxpayer resources, often for policies that increase spending and taxes.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Regarding Item 6.A, ask the board to disclose the total cost to taxpayers for member travel, registration, and dues related to TASB, TASA, and NTAASB events and memberships.
💰 Impact: Conference & Travel Costs
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Vague Budget Amendment on Consent Agenda
The board plans to approve ‘Budget Amendment #2’ as part of a bundled consent agenda, preventing individual discussion. These amendments can be used to shift funds to new, unbudgeted projects or cover overspending without public scrutiny.
Response
DEMAND A SEPARATE VOTE: Contact the Gunter ISD board office: ‘Please pull Item 7.D, Budget Amendment #2, from the consent agenda for a separate discussion and vote. Taxpayers deserve to know what changes are being made to the budget and why.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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