East Central ISD trustees call for Nov. 4 tax-rate election

The East Central Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees has voted to place a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) on the ballot this November, according to a statement Aug. 21. If approved, the measure will provide additional revenue to support an increase in teacher and staff pay that was not covered in House Bill 2, enhancing safety and security, maintaining essential student programs, and addressing the district’s budget deficit — without increasing the overall tax burden compared to last year. Why a “VATRE”? Property values have risen across Texas, yet schools don’t see more money. When local revenue increases,...

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