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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming KATY ISD agenda. There are 5 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Board to Vote on Property Tax Increase
| 📅 21st of September, 2026 |
The Board will vote to adopt the 2026-2027 tax rate under Item 6.4. An official district document attached to the agenda explicitly states: ‘THIS TAX RATE WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR’S TAX RATE.’ This increases the tax burden on homeowners due to rising property values, even if the rate itself changes.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: Email the Board via the district website: ‘Regarding Item 6.4, I oppose any tax rate that raises more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year. Adopt the no-new-revenue rate to protect Katy families from a higher tax burden.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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District to Pay $296,073 to Lobbying Group
The Board is set to approve a $296,073 payment to the TASB Risk Management Fund. The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is a taxpayer-funded organization that lobbies the state legislature, often against the interests of parents and taxpayers on issues like property tax relief and school choice.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Board via the district website: ‘Regarding Item 6.5, I demand this item be pulled for a recorded vote. Taxpayer dollars should not fund political lobbying by groups like TASB. Please vote NO on renewing this contract.’
💰 Impact: $296,073 in Lobbying Dues
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Mature-Themed Library Books on Consent Agenda
The Board is scheduled to approve a long list of new library books with a single vote on the Consent Agenda. The list includes titles on mature topics such as sexuality and mental health, with at least one book flagged for potentially controversial content, making them inappropriate for a bundled, no-discussion vote.
Response
Email the Board via the district website: ‘I demand Consent Item 7.3, the acquisition of new library books, be pulled from the Consent Agenda for individual review and a recorded vote. Parents deserve transparency on every book entering our school libraries.’
💰 Impact: Bypassing Parental Review
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Restrictive Public Comment Rules Limit Access
The district’s public comment policy requires residents to sign up via email by 2:00 PM on the day of the meeting, including their name, address, and the specific agenda item they will address. This pre-registration requirement acts as a barrier, preventing citizens from speaking if they learn of an issue late in the day and discouraging spontaneous participation.
Response
Email the Board via the district website: ‘The 2:00 PM email deadline to sign up for public comment under Item 3.1 is an unnecessary barrier to public participation. Please reform this policy to allow in-person sign-ups until the meeting begins to ensure maximum transparency and accountability.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague $1.4M Construction Amendment
The Board is being asked to approve a $1,415,074 amendment to a construction contract with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. While a letter of recommendation is provided, the full contract document detailing the scope and terms was not available for analysis.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Regarding Item 6.7, open the file ‘SSC GMP1 Contract.pdf’ attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm the terms of this $1.4M amendment before the vote. Email the Board to demand the full contract be made easily accessible to the public.
💰 Impact: $1,415,074
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