Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: SPEARMAN ISD – Monday, August 31, 2026

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming SPEARMAN ISD agenda. There are 1 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8)

District to Vote on Higher Debt Tax Rate

📅 August 31, 2026

The board will hold a public hearing and then vote on the 2026-2027 budget and property tax rate. The agenda specifically includes an item to approve a debt service tax rate that is higher than the minimum required, signaling a direct increase in the tax burden on property owners to pay off debt.

Response

ATTEND THE PUBLIC HEARING: The board will vote on the tax rate on August 31st. Contact the Spearman ISD administration to sign up for public comment and ask the board: ‘Why are you considering a debt service rate higher than the minimum required? Please adopt the No-New-Revenue Rate.’

💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes

District Info

Address

403 E 11TH AVE, SPEARMAN, TX 79081

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