Citizen Engagement
Smith County/Tyler Area Government Issues
Part 2: Grassroots America Shines Light on County Budget Risks
Smith County Judge Neal Franklin and County Commissioners,
You will vote today to approve the FY27 budget and tax rate, but Grassroots America insists ONE MORE TIME – you can and should do better for the taxpayers.
Part 1: Grassroots America Warns Commissioners Court | Budget Risks
For the last several years, Grassroots America offered this Court clear, proven methods to strengthen Smith County’s fiscal management. These aren’t theories. They’re disciplines used every day in business planning, Citizen-First local governments, and personal finance.
Taxpayers Deserve Answers – We’re Going to Get Them
This isn’t transparency. This isn’t accountability. Taxpayers deserve better!
FOUND: Smith County Justice of the Peace Prec. 2 Backlogged Cases Growing!
Smith County Justice of the Peace Prec. 2Backlogged Cases Growing! YOU BE THE JUDGE — LOOK AT THE RECORD:Data Source:Smith County FY 2026 Adopted Budget [09/09/25], page 123: Civil and Criminal Court Case Annual Reports (productivity reports for JP Courts) from...
Dunklin’s Claims vs FACT
We were shocked by incumbent JP 2 Dunklin’s claims against Shawn Scott that are demonstrably untrue, immaterial, and/or purposefully deceptive....
Smith County neighbors — we’ve got a big local problem!
Accountability on road bond projects (part of your property taxes) is delayed yet AGAIN!Grassroots America raised the alarm on the stalled 2017...
83 DAYS and STILL NO ROAD BOND PROJECT RECORDS
Smith County Judge Franklin and Commissioners, this is unacceptable!Grassroots America filed a Public Information Request on November 6 to inspect...
BREAKING NEWS — Call for Forensic Audit of Smith County
Grassroots America says “Enough is enough! We are determined to get truth and justice for Smith County taxpayers”
Request for Cooperation Relating to Our Recommended Forensic and Compliance Audit of Smith County Financial Records and Associated Reports
County Judge Neal Franklin & Commissioners: Cooperate with Forensic & Compliance Audit, Put a Moratorium on New Streets, Prioritize Completing Road Bond Projects
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