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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming LINDALE ISD agenda and found 4 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Training
The board is discussing attending a training session hosted by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) under item J.3. TASB is a lobbying group that frequently opposes taxpayer-friendly reforms like property tax relief and school choice in Austin, using local tax dollars to do so.
Response
Contact the Lindale ISD Board of Trustees (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘Regarding Item J.3, I am concerned about the district’s relationship with TASB, a lobby group that works against taxpayer interests. Please disclose all district payments to TASB and consider ending this relationship.’
💰 Impact: Supports Anti-Taxpayer Lobbying
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Undisclosed Budget Amendment
The board is scheduled to vote on a budget amendment without providing any details on what is being changed, how much money is involved, or why it’s necessary. This lack of transparency prevents taxpayers from seeing how their money is being reallocated mid-year.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Lindale ISD Board of Trustees before the meeting. Ask them to publish the full details of the proposed budget amendment in Item I.5 so the public can review it before the vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending
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Vague ‘Improvement Plans’ May Hide Policy Changes
The board will vote on new District and Campus Improvement Plans. These lengthy documents can be used to introduce controversial curricula or policies like Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) or DEI initiatives without direct public scrutiny.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The district should post the full text of the ‘District and Campus Improvement Plans’ for public review well before the vote on Item I.1. Contact the Board and ask for the documents to be made public immediately.
💰 Impact: Hidden Ideological Agendas
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Vague ‘Jet Grant’ May Have Hidden Strings
The board will vote to accept a ‘Jet Grant’ without providing details on the source of the funds, the amount, or any conditions attached. Federal and state grants often come with mandates that create long-term costs or policy obligations for local taxpayers.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board of Trustees: ‘Regarding Item I.8, what are the terms and future obligations of the Jet Grant? Please publish the full grant application and agreement before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Future Unfunded Mandates
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