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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming SEGUIN ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Results of Tax Hike Election to be Finalized
The board will officially certify the results of the November 3rd Tax Ratification Election (TRE). This vote likely sought to raise property taxes above the state-mandated threshold, and this agenda item makes the outcome official.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the files for Item 3.A in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm the results of the Tax Ratification Election. If the tax hike passed, taxpayers need to know the final vote count and prepare for higher bills.
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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District Hires External Consultants for Failing Schools
The district is approving ‘Targeted Improvement Plans’ for multiple low-performing schools that rely on hiring external consultants like ‘Blue Jean Educational Consulting’ and ‘Carnegie Learning’. While initially paid for with grants, the plans state local funds will be used if grants are not secured, creating a potential long-term financial obligation for taxpayers with no clear price tag.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board via the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Regarding Item 12.B, what is the total cost of the contracts with Blue Jean Educational Consulting and Carnegie Learning? What are the specific, measurable deliverables, and what is the long-term plan to fund these services after the grant money runs out?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Consultant Fees
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Rubber-Stamp Approval for Hundreds of Library Books
The board is set to approve massive lists of new library books for all grade levels in a single vote. While a public review period was provided, the sheer volume of titles makes it nearly impossible for trustees or parents to provide meaningful oversight, effectively rubber-stamping whatever the advisory council recommends.
Response
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the Board via the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Regarding Item 12.A, how can the Board provide meaningful approval for hundreds of books at once? I request this item be tabled until a more transparent process is established that allows for genuine community and trustee review of smaller, more manageable batches of books.’
💰 Impact: Lack of Accountability
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