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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming DENTON 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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District Proposing Tax Rate Higher Than No-New-Revenue Rate
Denton ISD is proposing a 2026 tax rate of $1.1528, which is the highest rate allowed without an election. While the rate is lower than last year, it is 7.8% higher than the “no-new-revenue” rate, meaning it will increase the total amount of property taxes collected from existing property. This is a tax levy increase despite the lower rate.
Response
ATTEND THE MEETING: Urge the board to adopt the no-new-revenue rate of $1.1041. Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘Regarding Item 8.B, I oppose adopting the voter-approval rate. Please protect taxpayers from rising appraisals by adopting the no-new-revenue tax rate.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Priorities on Consent Agenda
The board plans to approve its “Legislative Priorities” for the 90th Legislative Session as part of the consent agenda, meaning it will likely pass without discussion. These priorities direct the district to take specific positions on state legislation, a form of taxpayer-funded lobbying.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘Please pull Consent Item 7.K for a separate discussion and a recorded roll-call vote. Taxpayers deserve to know where each trustee stands on using district resources to lobby the legislature.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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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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District Earns Top State Rating for Financial Accountability
The Texas Education Agency has awarded Denton ISD an “A,” Superior Achievement rating under the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (School FIRST). This marks the 24th consecutive year the district has earned the state’s highest rating for responsible and transparent management of taxpayer funds.
How to Secure It
AMPLIFY THE WIN: Thank the board and staff for their consistent fiscal discipline during public comment on Item 4.B. Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘Thank you for 24 years of fiscal leadership, as recognized by the state’s “A” rating. This is the standard of excellence taxpayers expect.’
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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District Saves Taxpayers $6.7 Million by Refinancing Debt
The district recently completed a bond refunding (refinancing) that will save taxpayers $6,757,958 in interest payments. This responsible debt management also shortens the repayment period by 8 years, reducing the long-term burden on the community.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Acknowledge this positive step in fiscal management during public comment on Item 6.A.3. Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘Thank you for the proactive bond refunding that saved taxpayers over $6.7 million. This is excellent stewardship of public funds.’
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