Aug 17, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardLeander Independent School District Board Of Trustees Meeting
The meeting focused on citizen comments and a public hearing regarding the 2026-2027 tax rate. Key discussions included the potential for a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) to address funding needs, the impact of legislative changes on tax rates and homestead exemptions, and clarifications on the district's financial situation, including state funding initiatives and healthcare fund transfers. The board reviewed proposed tax rate options and the potential financial impact on taxpayers, as well as procedural requirements for tax rate adoption.