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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming SPRINGTOWN ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Hidden on Consent Agenda
The board plans to approve unspecified “Districtwide memberships” as part of a bundled, no-discussion vote. This is a common method for funding groups like the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), which use local tax dollars to lobby against property tax relief and parental rights in Austin.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Springtown ISD Board. ‘Pull Item 4.B from the Consent Agenda for a separate discussion and roll-call vote. Taxpayers deserve to know exactly which lobbying groups we are funding and what positions they take.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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School Construction Project Cost Overrun
The board is voting to increase the “Guaranteed Maximum Price” (GMP) for the Springtown Middle School construction project. This means the project is over budget, and the district is raising the spending cap with no specific dollar amount disclosed on the agenda.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Springtown ISD Board before the meeting. ‘Regarding Item 5.A, what is the dollar amount of the proposed GMP increase, and what is the specific reason for the cost overrun? This information must be public before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Cost Increase
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Paying Law Firm for Legal and Lobbying Services
The district is renewing its membership in the Walsh Gallegos law firm’s “Retainer Program,” also on the consent agenda. These programs often bundle legal advice with legislative advocacy, another way local tax dollars are used to lobby state government.
Response
ASK FOR TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Springtown ISD Board. ‘Regarding Item 4.G, please clarify what portion of the Walsh Gallegos retainer fee supports legislative advocacy. School districts should not use local tax dollars to lobby the legislature.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Legal/Lobbying Fees
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