Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: MILDRED ISD – Monday, August 31, 2026

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming MILDRED ISD agenda. There are 2 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8)

Requires Verification

Vague Budget Adoption Hides Potential Tax Hike

📅 August 31, 2026

The board is scheduled to adopt the entire 2026-2027 budget, which sets the property tax burden for the year, under a single vague agenda item. No proposed tax rate or budget total is provided in the agenda, preventing public scrutiny before the vote.

Response

INVESTIGATE: The district must post the proposed budget and tax rate for public review before the vote. Contact the Mildred ISD Board: ‘Please post the full proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate calculation worksheet online immediately so taxpayers can review it before the vote on Item 4.a.’

💰 Impact: Potential Property Tax Hike

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5)

Public Comment Restricted to Action Items

📅 August 31, 2026

The agenda limits public comments to only those items the board has already decided to vote on. This policy prevents taxpayers and parents from raising new concerns or addressing issues not on the current agenda.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Mildred ISD Board. ‘Why is public comment restricted to action items only? The public should have the right to address the board on any issue of concern to the district, not just what is up for a vote.’

💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access

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