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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming WEST HARDIN COUNTY CISD agenda. There are 6 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Board Proposes Canceling November Election
The board will vote to cancel the upcoming school board election scheduled for November 3, 2026. Canceling an election, even if candidates are unopposed, prevents voters from having a say and can entrench incumbents by avoiding the accountability of the ballot box.
Response
DEMAND AN EXPLANATION: Contact the Superintendent’s office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask: ‘Why is the board canceling the November 3rd election under Item 7.B instead of allowing the democratic process to proceed? Voters deserve the chance to write-in a candidate if they choose.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Voter Accountability
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Renewal of Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Group Membership
The board is voting to renew its contract with the TASB RISK FUND. The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) uses district funds to lobby the state legislature against policies that benefit taxpayers, such as property tax relief and expanded parental rights.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the board (see the Official Agenda link) and demand that Item 7.C be pulled for a separate, recorded vote. ‘Taxpayers should not be forced to fund TASB’s political lobbying against our own interests. Please vote NO on the renewal.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Vague Grant Acceptance with Unknown Strings
The board will vote on a budget amendment to accept a new grant. The source of the grant and any associated requirements, such as new hiring or curriculum mandates that taxpayers would have to fund after the grant money runs out, are not specified.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the district before the meeting regarding Item 9. ‘What is the source of this grant, and what are all the conditions attached? The public must see the full grant agreement before the board accepts it.’
💰 Impact: Potential Federal Strings
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Undisclosed School Finance Consultant Contract
The board plans to approve a service agreement with Johnny Zolman, a school finance consultant. The agenda does not disclose the cost or specific duties, raising questions about whether this duplicates the work of existing district finance staff.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Item 7.E attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to find the cost. Contact the board: ‘What is the total cost of the contract with Johnny Zolman, and what specific financial services will be provided that our current staff cannot handle?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Vague “Turf Consulting” Contract
The board is considering a contract with “Gerald’s Turf Consulting, LLC.” The cost, deliverables, and necessity of this service for athletic fields are not disclosed in the agenda, representing a potential non-essential expense.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Item 7.D attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to find the cost and terms. Contact the board: ‘What is the total cost of the turf consulting contract and is this the best use of funds compared to classroom needs?’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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District Adds School Officers at No Taxpayer Cost
The board is set to approve the hiring of additional school resource officers. According to the agenda, this will be done “at no expense to the district,” improving school safety without increasing the burden on local taxpayers.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to thank the board for finding a way to increase school safety without raising taxes. Ask for confirmation during the meeting that there are no hidden or future costs to the district associated with Item 7.F.
✅ Why It Matters: Improved School Safety
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