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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming TROUP ISD agenda. There are 4 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Board Approves Property Tax Rate Increase
Under Consent Agenda Item 10.A, the board is approving minutes from the August 31 meeting where they voted unanimously to adopt a new property tax rate of $0.836143. This is an increase from the prior year’s rate, directly raising the tax burden on Troup homeowners and businesses.
Response
The vote to raise taxes already happened, but the board is approving the minutes now. Contact the Troup ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘I saw in the minutes for Item 10.A that you voted for a property tax increase. At the next meeting, I expect a full explanation of why you didn’t adopt the no-new-revenue rate.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Policy Adopted on Recommendation from Lobby Group
The minutes being approved under Item 10.A show the board adopted policy revisions ‘as recommended by TASB.’ The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is a taxpayer-funded lobbying organization that often opposes pro-taxpayer reforms in the Legislature, and this vote shows its direct influence on local Troup ISD policy.
Response
Contact the Troup ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘Regarding the TASB recommendation in the Aug 31 minutes approved under Item 10.A, please disclose all annual fees or dues paid to TASB. Troup ISD should develop its own policies, not adopt them from an Austin lobby group.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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Financial Reports Withheld Until Meeting
Key financial reports, including ‘Cash and Investments’ (7.B.1), ‘Tax Collections’ (7.B.2), and ‘Approval of Revenue’ (10.B), are listed on the agenda with ‘Information at Meeting.’ This prevents taxpayers from reviewing the district’s financial health before the board votes, limiting meaningful public oversight.
Response
Contact the Troup ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘Please post all financial reports online with the agenda for Items 7.B.1, 7.B.2, and 10.B. Taxpayers deserve to see the numbers before you meet, not during.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Oversight
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 8) |
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Board Certifies Compliance with Anti-DEI Laws
The minutes approved under Item 10.A show the board formally certified its compliance with state laws restricting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. This is a positive step, ensuring the district remains focused on academics and is not spending taxpayer money on divisive political agendas.
How to Secure It
Contact the Troup ISD Board to thank them for formally certifying compliance with state anti-DEI laws, as noted in the Aug 31 minutes. ‘Thank you for your vote to certify compliance with state law on DEI. Please remain vigilant against any attempts to introduce these divisive concepts in our schools.’
✅ Why It Matters: Protects Against Ideological Spending
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