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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming GARLAND ISD agenda. There are 7 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Hidden Property Tax Increase
The district plans to adopt a tax rate of $1.1393, which is above the no-new-revenue rate of $1.098619. While the *rate* is technically lower than last year’s, the district’s own ‘Taxpayer Impact Statement’ confirms that the estimated tax bill on a median-valued homestead will *increase* by $64.35 due to rising property values. This is a hidden tax increase on homeowners.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: Show up Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM and sign up for public comment. Email the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Vote NO on Item VII.C. Adopt the no-new-revenue tax rate of $1.098619 to prevent a hidden tax increase on homeowners. Stop raising our property tax bills!’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes ($64.35 increase for median home)
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| 🚨 Alert (LEVEL 9) |
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Nearly $1M Increase for Consulting Services
The district plans to approve a $965,000 increase to an existing consulting contract with ‘Education is Freedom,’ bringing the total to $2.2 million for ‘Consulting Services for Higher Education.’ This massive expenditure for external advisors, contingent on ‘Outcome-Based Funding,’ demands clear justification and transparency on how taxpayer money is being spent and what specific outcomes are being achieved.
Response
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Email the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Vote NO on Item VII.A.1. Demand a full public accounting of the $2.2 million contract with ‘Education is Freedom,’ including detailed performance metrics and a cost-benefit analysis before approving this massive increase.’
💰 Impact: $965,000 (Consulting Increase)
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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Intruder Detection Audit Report Withheld
The district plans to withhold details of the Intruder Detection Audit Report from the public, citing student safety. This lack of transparency prevents parents and taxpayers from understanding the full scope of school safety issues and how their money is being spent to address them, undermining trust.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Parents have a right to know the general findings of safety audits. Withholding all details undermines trust and accountability. Release a public summary of the Intruder Detection Audit Report (Item IV.D).’
💰 Impact: Reduced Transparency
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Public Comment Restricted to Agenda Items
The district’s public forum rules limit citizen comments strictly to topics directly related to the posted agenda. This policy restricts taxpayers and parents from raising broader concerns or issues not explicitly listed, hindering open dialogue and accountability at public meetings.
Response
DEMAND OPEN DIALOGUE: Contact the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Public comment should not be restricted to agenda items. Citizens must be able to address any relevant district issue at public meetings. Vote NO on Item III’s restrictive public comment policy.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Vague Consulting Contracts for Staff Development
The district plans to approve a $300,000 ‘not to exceed’ contract for vague ‘Professional Staff Development, Consultant Services, and Materials’ using an ‘Extended RFP Process.’ This includes ‘Momentous Institute,’ a known Social Emotional Learning (SEL) provider, raising concerns about mission creep and taxpayer-funded ideology.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY: Email the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Pull Consent Item VI.H.1 for a separate vote. Demand a detailed breakdown of services and deliverables for each vendor, especially ‘Momentous Institute,’ to ensure taxpayer money isn’t funding vague or ideological consulting.’
💰 Impact: $300,000 (Vague Consultant Contracts)
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Massive Fine Arts Temporary Staffing Contract
The district proposes an $800,000 ‘not to exceed’ contract for ‘Fine Arts Temporary Staffing Personnel Services’ using an ‘Extended RFP Process.’ This large sum for temporary individual contractors, approved through a process that allows adding vendors over time, raises questions about oversight and the necessity of such a significant expenditure.
Response
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Email the Board (see the Official Agenda link) and state: ‘Pull Consent Item VI.H.2 for a separate vote. Explain the justification for an $800,000 ‘not to exceed’ contract for temporary staffing and how oversight will be maintained with the ‘Extended RFP Process.”
💰 Impact: $800,000 (Vague Temporary Staffing)
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 9) |
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District Certifies Compliance with SB12 Anti-DEI Law
The district is moving to certify its compliance with Senate Bill 12, which prohibits Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities and mandates specific instructional requirements. This action ensures the district aligns with state law, protecting students from ideological agendas and focusing on core education.
How to Secure It
SHOW UP TO THANK THE BOARD: Attend the meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM to thank the Board for approving Item VII.F and upholding state law against DEI and ideological instruction. Encourage them to make this a permanent standard.
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