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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming ONALASKA ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying via TASB Renewal
The board is scheduled to vote on renewing its insurance with the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). This continues a financial relationship with one of the most powerful lobbying groups in Austin, which often uses taxpayer money to lobby against property tax relief and parental rights.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Onalaska ISD board before the meeting. ‘Regarding Item 11, please disclose the total cost of the TASB insurance renewal and seek alternative providers who do not use our tax dollars to lobby against parents and taxpayers. I request a roll-call vote on this item.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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Vague ‘District Improvement Plan’ Vote
The board will vote to approve the District Improvement Plan, but the plan itself is not attached to the public agenda. These plans can be used to introduce controversial policies like Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives without direct public debate.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The District Improvement Plan for Item 15 is not included in the agenda packet. Contact the district office and demand the full text of the plan be posted online before the vote so parents can review it for any hidden ideological content.
💰 Impact: Mission Creep
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Ambiguous ‘Strategic Planning’ Presentation
The Superintendent is giving a presentation on ‘strategic planning.’ This is often a precursor to hiring expensive consultants for vague ‘community engagement’ or to introduce controversial, non-academic goals for the district.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Onalaska ISD board regarding Item 16. ‘What is the purpose of this strategic planning, and will it involve hiring outside consultants? Taxpayers deserve to know the goals and potential costs before any plan is developed.’
💰 Impact: Potential Consultant Fees
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