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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming CANADIAN ISD agenda. There are 5 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Board Proposes Giving Superintendent “Blank Check” on Construction Contract
The board will vote on delegating authority to the Superintendent to finalize and sign a contract for the Ag Barn re-skinning project. This means the final cost and terms will not come back to the board for a public vote, reducing transparency and accountability.
Response
DEMAND A PUBLIC VOTE: Contact the Canadian ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). Tell them: ‘Do not delegate authority on Item VII.d. The final contract for the Ag Barn project, including the total cost, must come back to the board for a recorded vote in open session.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Contract Amount
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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Board Considers Second “Blank Check” for Ag Barn Contracts
As with the re-skinning work, the board is considering delegating authority to the Superintendent to finalize a contract for concrete work on the Ag Barn. This practice allows major spending decisions to be finalized behind closed doors, without a final public vote on the price tag.
Response
DEMAND A PUBLIC VOTE: Contact the Canadian ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). Tell them: ‘Do not delegate authority on Item VII.e. The final contract for the Ag Barn project, including the total cost, must come back to the board for a recorded vote in open session.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Contract Amount
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague “Budget Amendments” on the Agenda
The board plans to vote on unspecified “Budget Amendments.” Without details or attached documents, taxpayers cannot know if this involves shifting funds to controversial programs, covering overspending, or other significant financial changes.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The agenda provides no details for Item VII.f. Contact the Canadian ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info) and ask for the proposed budget amendments to be posted online before the vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Potential Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Update
The Superintendent will provide a “Legislative Update.” This is often where school officials discuss lobbying efforts by associations like the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), which frequently lobby against taxpayer interests like property tax relief and parental rights.
Response
MONITOR AND REPORT: Attend the meeting and listen to the ‘Legislative Update’ under Item VIII.a. If the Superintendent advocates for positions that oppose property tax relief or parental rights, record it and share it with local taxpayer groups.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Influence
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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 to Vote on Arming School Staff for Student Safety
The board will vote on authorizing trained school personnel to carry firearms on campus. This is a proactive, local-control measure to enhance student and staff safety without waiting for state or federal action.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to the meeting to support Item X.a. Thank the board for taking direct, local action to protect students. Get this vote on the record to encourage other districts to follow suit.
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