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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming CLYDE CISD agenda. There are 4 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Property Tax Increase Proposed
The Board is voting on a new property tax rate of $0.8537. The district’s own resolution explicitly states, “THIS TAX RATE WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR’S TAX RATE,” meaning higher property tax bills for homeowners due to rising appraisals.
Response
PACK THE ROOM: This is the vote to raise your property taxes. Show up Monday at 6:00 PM and speak during the Public Hearing on the budget and tax rate (Item 4). Email the Board: ‘Vote for the No-New-Revenue Rate. Do not pass a tax rate that raises more taxes than last year.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Vague Public Comment Rules — Manual Review Required
The district requires public comment sign-up by 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting, which can prevent working parents and taxpayers from speaking up. The full policy is in an attachment that was not available for analysis, and it may contain other restrictions on public access.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the ‘Board Operating Procedures’ file attached to Item 3 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm the full public comment rules. Email the Board: ‘Requiring public comment sign-up hours before a meeting disenfranchises working taxpayers. Please allow sign-ups until the meeting begins.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Blank Check for Architectural Services
The Board is authorizing the Superintendent to negotiate a contract with WRA Architects for unspecified “architectural services.” Without a defined scope or cost, this could be the first step toward a large, expensive construction project funded by future taxpayer debt.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board: ‘Regarding Item 5.6, what is the scope of work for WRA Architects and what is the anticipated cost? Taxpayers deserve to know what projects are being planned before any contracts are negotiated.’
💰 Impact: Future Taxpayer Debt
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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District Adopts Responsible ‘Rainy Day Fund’ Policy
The Board is formally adopting a policy to maintain a fund balance equal to at least three months of operating expenses and is transparently committing funds for specific needs like insurance deductibles. This is a fiscally responsible move that protects taxpayers from unexpected costs and demonstrates prudent financial management.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to thank the Board for adopting a formal, responsible fund balance policy. This sets a high standard for fiscal prudence that other districts should follow.
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