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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming UNITED ISD agenda. There are 4 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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District Adopting Policies from Austin Lobby Group (TASB)
The board is revising numerous local policies based on a review session with the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). TASB is an association that uses local tax dollars to lobby the state legislature, often against taxpayer interests like property tax relief and school choice.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Board (see the Official Agenda link). ‘Item V.J. involves policy recommendations from TASB, a lobby group. I demand this item be discussed fully, not rubber-stamped, and that the board explain how these changes benefit United ISD students and taxpayers, not Austin lobbyists.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Influence
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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Key Vote on Property Tax Valuations
The board will vote to accept the official 2026 appraisal roll, which sets the property values used to calculate your tax bill. This is a critical step before the district sets the tax rate that determines how much you owe.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board (see the Official Agenda link). ‘Before approving the 2026 tax roll under Item V.D., please state publicly the total appraised value for the district and how it compares to last year. Taxpayers need to understand the impact of rising appraisals before the tax rate is set.’
💰 Impact: Higher Property Taxes
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The board will discuss budget amendments, which can shift large amounts of taxpayer money between departments or create new spending. The specific amendments are in an attachment that was not available for analysis.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm whether it contains hidden spending or policy changes. Email the Board: ‘Regarding Item V.B., please publish the full details of the proposed budget amendments online before the meeting so the public can review them.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The board is set to review the monthly list of payments to vendors, but the detailed list of who is being paid and for what is not included in the agenda packet. This is a routine item where questionable spending can be hidden from public view.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm whether it contains controversial vendors or large payments. If the details are missing, email the Board: ‘Please publish the full, detailed list of monthly disbursements for Item V.A. online before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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