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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming LIBERTY ISD agenda. There are 5 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Secret Policy Changes on Library Books and Parent Grievances
The board is voting on amendments to five critical local policies (EFB, DGBA, FNG, GF, DNA) that govern library book selection, parent and student complaint procedures, and teacher evaluations. The district has not published the proposed new language, preventing parents and taxpayers from reviewing the changes before they are approved. This tactic bypasses public scrutiny on highly sensitive issues.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Email the Liberty ISD Board of Trustees. ‘Postpone the vote on Item 6.J. The public has a right to review the text of proposed policy changes *before* you vote. Publish the documents online and table this item until the next meeting.’ Contact information is typically available on the district’s website.
💰 Impact: Loss of parental rights and public oversight over classroom and library content.
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Secret Teacher and Staff Pay Plan Vote
The board is voting to approve the district’s entire compensation plan for the 2026-2027 school year, a decision that drives a majority of the budget and future tax bills. However, the proposed plan, including the size of raises and the total cost to taxpayers, has not been made public with the agenda. This is a major financial decision being made without public input.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: Sign up for public comment on Item 6.G. Email the Liberty ISD Board of Trustees: ‘The public must be able to review the full 2026-2027 compensation plan before you vote. How much will this cost taxpayers? Postpone this vote until the document is made public.’ Contact information is typically available on the district’s website.
💰 Impact: Potentially millions in new, recurring salary costs that will be passed on to taxpayers through higher property taxes.
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Blank Check Budget Amendment
Under Item 6.E, the board is scheduled to vote on a budget amendment for the current school year. The agenda provides no information about the amount of money involved, which accounts are being changed, or the reason for the amendment. This allows for money to be moved and spent with zero public accountability.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Liberty ISD Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Item 6.E, what is the dollar amount of this budget amendment and what is the justification for it? Taxpayers deserve to see the details before you approve a change to the budget.’ Contact information is typically available on the district’s website.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed. Could be thousands or millions in taxpayer funds being reallocated without public knowledge.
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Federal Grant Spending Hidden on Autopilot
The board is set to approve the monthly expenditure report for federal ESSER (COVID-19 relief) funds as part of the ‘Consent Agenda,’ a bundle of items passed with a single vote and no discussion. This prevents public scrutiny of how this one-time federal money is being spent and what new staff or programs taxpayers will be forced to fund when the grant money runs out, creating a future fiscal cliff.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Liberty ISD Board of Trustees. ‘Pull Item 6.A.1 from the Consent Agenda for a separate discussion and vote. The public deserves a clear accounting of all ESSER spending and a plan for what happens when the federal money is gone.’ Contact information is typically available on the district’s website.
💰 Impact: Future unfunded liabilities for programs and staff started with temporary federal dollars.
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Vague University Partnership Contract
The board is voting to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Lamar University. The agenda provides no details or a copy of the agreement. This could be a routine dual-credit program or a contract for teacher training that introduces controversial ideologies into the classroom. Without the document, the public has no way to know what they are funding.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Liberty ISD Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Item 6.B, please publish the full text of the proposed MOU with Lamar University before the vote. What are the district’s obligations and the total cost of this agreement?’ Contact information is typically available on the district’s website.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed. Could involve new financial commitments or policy changes dictated by the university.
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