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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Undisclosed Cost for HVAC Replacement Project
The board will vote on an HVAC replacement project for Tuloso-Midway Intermediate with no disclosed cost or funding source. This could be a major capital expense paid for with debt issued without voter approval or a significant drain on existing funds.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask: ‘Regarding Item 8.C, what is the total cost of the HVAC project and how will it be funded? Taxpayers deserve to know the price tag before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Capital Expense
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Vague ‘Budget Amendments’ with No Details
The board is voting on unspecified budget amendments for November 2026. Without details published for public review, it’s impossible for taxpayers to know if funds are being moved to new, unapproved projects or to cover overspending.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask: ‘Please publish the details of the budget amendments in Item 8.D before the board votes. Taxpayers have a right to see how their money is being reallocated.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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Vote on $750 Employee Retention Stipends
The board will vote to approve a one-time $750 stipend for all district employees. While aimed at retention, this represents a significant new expenditure of taxpayer funds with no total cost provided in the agenda.
Response
WEIGH IN ON SPENDING: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask: ‘Regarding Item 8.E, what is the total cost of the proposed $750 employee stipends, and what is the funding source for this new expense?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Total Cost
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