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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming LAREDO ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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Undisclosed Spending on Incentive Program
The board is considering spending an undisclosed amount of money above the $2 million already approved for an ‘Early Notification Incentive Program.’ Taxpayers deserve to know the full cost of this program before the board approves what could be a blank check.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Laredo ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info) and ask: ‘Regarding Item 1, what is the total proposed cost for the Early Notification Incentive Program? The agenda must state the exact dollar amount, not just ‘beyond $2,000,000,’ before any vote is taken.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Spending Increase
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Superintendent Contract Changes in Closed Session
The board will meet in a closed-door session to discuss the Superintendent’s evaluation and a possible contract extension or pay raise. While personnel discussions can be private, any vote on a new contract or salary increase must be held in public, and taxpayers have a right to know the financial terms before the board approves them.
Response
DEMAND A PUBLIC VOTE: Contact the Laredo ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘After the closed session for Item 4, any vote on the Superintendent’s contract must be taken in open session. Please state the full financial impact of any proposed changes to the contract before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Potential Pay Raise
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Vote on School Calendar with Undisclosed Options
The board plans to vote on the 2027-2028 school calendar, but the two options (‘Option A’ and ‘Option B’) were not included in the agenda packet provided. Parents and taxpayers should be able to review these calendars before the board makes a decision that affects family schedules.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the files ‘Option A’ and ‘Option B’ attached to Item 2 in the Official Agenda (linked above). Contact the Laredo ISD Board to voice your preference and demand that all attachments be made easily accessible to the public well before a vote.
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Access
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