Carroll Independent School Board Faces Budget Challenges, Considers Tax Election Amid Community Concerns.
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: During the Carroll Independent School District Board meeting held on August 18, 2025, concerns regarding budget constraints and the proposed Voter Approval Tax Rate Election (VADER) dominated discussions. The board is grappling with a projected budget deficit of nearly $4 million for the 2025-2026 school year, prompting a recommendation for a tax rate election to secure additional funding. This decision is being driven by the need to sustain educational programs and maintain competitive teacher salaries, despite having lowered the tax rate over the past five years.
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School Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
08/18/2025
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Recording Published:
08/19/2025
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Duration:
96 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Texas
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County:
Tarrant County
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Towns:
Southlake, Westlake
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