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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming MURCHISON ISD agenda. There are 6 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Voting on Secret Policy Changes
The board is scheduled to vote on amending or revising at least 11 different local policies (including FAA, EIA, FNF). The proposed text for these changes has not been included in the public agenda, making it impossible for parents and taxpayers to know what is being changed regarding grading, student health, and equal opportunity before the vote.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: Sign up for public comment on Items 8 and 9. Email the Board of Trustees: ‘Demand that the full text of all proposed policy changes be posted online for public review at least 72 hours before any vote is taken. Do not vote on secret policies.’
💰 Impact: Policy changes passed without public review or input.
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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Setting the 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate
The board is voting to set the property tax rate at $0.6617. The agenda provides no information on whether this rate is higher than the ‘no-new-revenue’ rate, which would trigger a tax increase on the average homeowner even if the rate itself looks lower than last year’s. This critical context is missing.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Email the Board of Trustees before the meeting: ‘Before voting on Item 7, please publicly state the no-new-revenue tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate, and explain how the proposed rate of $0.6617 will affect the average homeowner’s tax bill.’
💰 Impact: A potential property tax increase hidden by a lack of transparent data.
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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Canceling the November 2026 Election
The board is voting to cancel the upcoming trustee election. While legally permitted if all candidates are unopposed, this action prevents voters from participating and can be a sign of an unhealthy civic environment where incumbents are not challenged, reducing accountability.
Response
DEMAND ANSWERS: Email the Board of Trustees regarding Item 18: ‘Why is the election being cancelled? What steps is the district taking to encourage more candidates to run for office and ensure competitive elections in the future?’
💰 Impact: Lack of voter choice and accountability for elected officials.
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Wellness Plan Hidden on Consent Agenda
The district’s 2026-2027 ‘Wellness Plan’ is up for approval on the consent agenda, meaning it will be passed in a block vote with no separate discussion. These plans can introduce controversial Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs or mental health screenings. The plan itself is not attached for public review.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Board of Trustees: ‘Pull Item 4F from the consent agenda for a separate discussion and a roll-call vote. The full Wellness Plan must be posted online for public review before you vote on it.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed programs or student data collection mandates.
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Secret Library Book Purchases
The board is voting to approve a ‘Library Book Purchase List’ without making the list of books public in the agenda. Parents and taxpayers have a right to know what materials are being purchased with their money and made available to students in school libraries.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board of Trustees regarding Item 11: ‘Please publish the full list of proposed library books for public review before any vote is taken on their purchase.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer funds spent on potentially controversial or age-inappropriate library materials without public review.
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Weakening Teacher Certification Rules
The board is voting to revise its ‘District of Innovation’ plan to allow the administration to approve local teaching certifications for up to two years. This could lead to more uncertified individuals teaching in core subjects, bypassing state standards designed to ensure teacher quality.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board of Trustees regarding Item 13: ‘What are the specific criteria for these ‘local certifications,’ and how will the district ensure instructional quality is maintained or improved under this policy?’
💰 Impact: Potentially lower teaching standards in the classroom.
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