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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming AVERY ISD agenda and found 4 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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New Debt for Bus Purchase Bypasses Voters
The board plans to authorize the Superintendent to acquire a new bus using a ‘lease-purchase agreement.’ This is a form of debt, similar to a loan, that does not require voter approval, setting a precedent for acquiring expensive assets without taxpayer consent.
Response
Email the Avery ISD Board of Trustees (contact info on the district website): ‘Regarding Item 7.I, lease-purchase agreements are debt that bypasses voters. Use cash reserves to pay for the bus or put the debt on the ballot for taxpayers to decide.’
💰 Impact: Debt Without Voter Approval
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Board to Appoint Member to County Appraisal District
The board will appoint a representative to the Red River County Appraisal District Board of Directors under Item 7.H. This position has a direct impact on how property values are assessed, which determines the size of every homeowner’s property tax bill.
Response
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the Avery ISD Board (contact info on the district website) before the meeting: ‘Regarding Item 7.H, who is being considered for the Appraisal District board? We need a representative committed to fair appraisals and taxpayer protection, not rubber-stamping higher valuations.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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Vague ‘District Improvement Plan’ Up for Vote
The board will vote to approve the 2026-2027 District Improvement Plan, but the document itself is not included in the public agenda. These plans can introduce new spending priorities or controversial curricula like Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) without public scrutiny.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Email the Avery ISD Board (contact info on the district website): ‘Before voting on Item 7.D, please release the full text of the District Improvement Plan so taxpayers can review it for new spending or policy changes.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Policy Changes
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District Participation with Pro-Lobbying Group
The agenda notes participation in a North Texas School Boards Association (NTSBA) dinner. NTSBA is a regional arm of the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), an organization that lobbies the state legislature for policies that often lead to higher taxes and less local control.
Response
ASK THE QUESTION: Email the Avery ISD Board (contact info on the district website): ‘Regarding Item 8.B, does our district pay membership dues to TASB or NTSBA? Our tax dollars should not be used to lobby against taxpayer interests in Austin.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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