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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming REDWATER ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District Planning 2026 Bond Program in Secret Session
The board is meeting with lawyers in a closed executive session (Item III.E) to discuss contracts and legal requirements for a ‘2026 Bond Program.’ The Superintendent will also provide an update on ‘Bond Projects’ (Item IX.F), signaling that a major push for new taxpayer debt is underway.
Response
ATTEND & ASK QUESTIONS: The ‘2026 Bond Program’ is discussed in items III.E and IX.F. Use the Open Forum to ask: ‘Will the board commit to putting all non-emergency debt to the voters for approval, and will a citizen’s committee be formed to review the proposed bond projects?’
💰 Impact: Future Taxpayer Debt
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Vague ‘Tax Roll’ Vote on Action Agenda
The board is scheduled to take action on ‘Tax Roll 2026’ under Item VIII.A. The agenda provides no details or attachments, making it impossible for taxpayers to know what financial or tax-related decision is being voted on before the meeting.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Item VIII.A, ‘Tax Roll 2026,’ has no supporting documents in the agenda packet. Contact the District Office before Monday’s meeting and demand the proposal be posted online. Taxpayers deserve to see the details before a vote.
💰 Impact: Potential Tax Impact
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District Launching New Branding and Advertising Campaign
Under Item IX.B, the Superintendent will report on a new ‘Dragon Kingdom Branding’ and ‘Advertising’ campaign. While details are sparse, these initiatives can lead to unnecessary spending on consultants and marketing instead of on core classroom instruction.
Response
MONITOR FOR COSTS: Pay attention to the Superintendent’s report on Item IX.B. Ask the board to disclose all associated costs and contracts for this new branding and advertising campaign in future meetings.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending
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