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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming NEW BOSTON ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Questionable ‘Donation’ from Purchasing Co-op
The district is considering accepting a ‘donation’ from The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), a purchasing cooperative that the district pays to use. This creates the appearance of a conflict of interest, potentially encouraging the district to use TIPS vendors over more competitive local bids.
Response
ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS: Contact the New Boston ISD board. Ask: ‘Regarding Item 10.B, what is the nature of this donation from TIPS, and what assurances do taxpayers have that it doesn’t create an obligation to use TIPS vendors over lower-cost alternatives?’
💰 Impact: Appearance of Conflict of Interest
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Undisclosed Mid-Year Budget Amendment
The board plans to vote on a ‘Budget Amendment’ with no details provided to the public in the agenda. This allows for money to be moved and spent on new items without the public scrutiny of the regular budget process, hiding the purpose and cost from taxpayers.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the New Boston ISD board immediately. Ask: ‘Before you vote on Item 10.C, please provide a detailed breakdown of the proposed budget amendment. Taxpayers deserve to know what money is being moved and why.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending
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Review of District and Campus Improvement Plans
The board will vote on ‘Goals and Objectives’ for its District and Campus Improvement Plans. These plans are often where districts embed controversial curricula or priorities like ‘Social-Emotional Learning’ (SEL) or ‘Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’ (DEI) without specific public review.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the New Boston ISD board before the meeting. Ask: ‘Please publish the full text of the District and Campus Improvement Plans referenced in Item 10.A online so parents can review them before you vote.’
💰 Impact: Politicized Classrooms
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