Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: KENNARD ISD – Thursday, September 10, 2026 [26190e4a]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

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

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6)

Requires Verification

Undisclosed Employee Bonuses from Savings

📅 September 10, 2026

The board will vote on paying a ‘one-time retention stipend’ to employees directly from the district’s fund balance, which is its savings account. The total cost to taxpayers is not disclosed on the agenda and is only referenced in an attachment, ‘exhibit A’, which was not provided.

Response

INVESTIGATE: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and demand they publish ‘Exhibit A’ for Item IX.C online before the meeting. Ask: ‘What is the total cost of the proposed retention stipend and how will this impact the district’s fund balance?’

💰 Impact: Undisclosed

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5)

Requires Verification

Energy Firm Presentation May Signal Future Debt

📅 September 10, 2026

The district is receiving a presentation from McKinstry, a firm that often implements energy performance contracts. These deals can function as long-term debt issued without voter approval, committing future taxpayer dollars to facility upgrades under complex financing schemes.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Regarding the McKinstry presentation (Item IV.A), is the board considering an energy performance contract? If so, what is the total long-term cost and will it be put before voters for approval?’

💰 Impact: Potential Long-Term Debt

District Info

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304 HWY SEVEN E, KENNARD, TX 75847

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