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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming MCCAMEY ISD agenda. There are 4 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Trip to Lobbyist Conference
The Superintendent’s report includes the TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Winter Governance Conference. TASB is a taxpayer-funded lobbying group that actively works against property tax relief and parental rights in Austin, using local tax dollars to lobby against local taxpayers.
Response
DEMAND ANSWERS: Contact the McCamey ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). ‘Regarding Item 23.B, how much in taxpayer money is spent on TASB membership and conference travel? McCamey ISD should withdraw from this anti-taxpayer lobbying group.’
💰 Impact: Supporting Anti-Taxpayer Lobbying
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Raising “No-Bid” Spending Limit to $25,000
The district is voting to increase the amount it can spend on a single purchase without competitive bids to $25,000. This policy change reduces oversight and makes it easier to award contracts based on relationships rather than the best value for the taxpayer.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the McCamey ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). ‘Regarding Item 14, I oppose raising the micro-purchase threshold to $25,000. This reduces transparency and competitive bidding. Please vote NO.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Competitive Bidding
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague AI Policy Lacks Public Detail
The district is voting on a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy, but the text of the policy has not been made public in the agenda. This policy could impact student data privacy and curriculum, and parents deserve to see it before it’s approved.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Contact the McCamey ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). ‘Regarding Item 16, please publish the proposed AI policy for public review before the vote. What safeguards are included for student data privacy and parental rights?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Student Data Risks
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Vague Changes to Board Operating Procedures
The board is discussing changes to its own operating procedures, but the agenda provides no details on what ‘Section 2 & 3’ contain. These changes could potentially impact public comment rules, meeting transparency, or how the board governs itself.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Contact the McCamey ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). ‘Regarding Item 21, what specific changes are being proposed to the Board Operating Procedures in Sections 2 and 3? The public deserves to know before any discussion or vote.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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