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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming SHELDON ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District Participation with TASB Affiliate
The agenda lists a ‘GCAASB November General Meeting.’ The Gulf Coast Area Association of School Boards (GCAASB) is a regional affiliate of the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), an organization that lobbies the Texas Legislature against taxpayer interests like property tax relief and parental rights.
Response
ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS: Contact the Board regarding Item 15.B. ‘Does Sheldon ISD pay dues to GCAASB or TASB? Why is our district associating with a group that lobbies against property tax relief for the families of this district?’
💰 Impact: Influence from Anti-Taxpayer Lobby
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District Accepts Undisclosed Federal Grant
The agenda notes the district has been awarded a federal grant, but provides no information on the source, amount, or purpose. Federal grants often come with ideological strings attached or create new staff positions that local taxpayers must fund permanently after the grant money runs out.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board before Tuesday’s meeting regarding Item 10.H. Ask: ‘What is the source of this federal grant, what are the terms, and what future financial obligations does it create for Sheldon ISD taxpayers?’
💰 Impact: Future Unfunded Mandates
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Vague Fund Balance Assignments Require Scrutiny
The board is set to approve ‘itemized fund balance assignments’ for the previous fiscal year. Without the attached document, taxpayers cannot see what specific projects or funds are being earmarked outside the normal budget process, potentially hiding spending priorities.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The details for Item 9.B are in an attachment. Open the file attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see how taxpayer money is being allocated outside the budget. Demand the Board explain these assignments before the vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending Priorities
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