The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees voted unanimously during its special meeting on Monday, August 17, to call for an annexation election for the Pflugerville Independent School District (PfISD) territory. Voters residing within the PfISD territory will decide whether to join the ACC District in November.
As public employees, it is vital to understand the facts of the proposed service plan while remaining compliant with Texas state laws regarding political activity and election advocacy.
What You May and May Not Do
Under Texas Education Code and Texas Election Code § 255.003, public college employees are subject to strict regulations regarding political advocacy during elections. Please review these legal guidelines:
- What Employees May NOT Do Using Public Time or Resources:
- Express Advocacy: You cannot use college work hours, official email accounts, computers, or campus facilities to advocate for or against the ballot measure (e.g., encouraging voters to “Vote Yes” or “Vote No”).
- Use College Resources: You cannot use ACC funds, paper, or office supplies to produce, print, or distribute political campaign fliers, signs, or materials.
- Duty-Time Electioneering: You cannot wear campaign buttons or distribute literature while performing official job duties or representing the College.
- What Employees MAY Do:
- Share Factual Information: You can provide objective, factual details about the service plan, tax impacts, and tuition savings.
- Direct to Official Resources: You can direct students and community members to the ACC Pflugerville Annexation Portal for official updates.
- Personal Advocacy on Personal Time: You can express personal opinions and advocate on your own personal time, using personal accounts and devices, provided you do not use your official ACC title or imply representation of the College.
Service Plan Highlights & Community Impact
If approved by voters, residents within the PfISD territory would join the ACC taxing district in exchange for in-district tuition, expanded workforce programs, and direct educational partnerships. Below is a table that offers a quick overview of what Pflugerville ISD residents can expect if the annexation is approved.
| Feature / Topic | Key Details |
| In-District Tuition | Beginning spring 2027, tuition drops from $286/credit hour to $85/credit hour—saving students $201 per credit hour. |
| Free Tuition Program | Beginning spring 2027, students eligible for the Free Tuition program will NOT pay the $201/credit hour out-of-district fee for classes. |
| Property Tax Impact | Based on an average PfISD home value of $407,524, the annual tax is estimated at $416/year ($34.67/mo) with standard homestead exemption, or $339/year ($28.25/mo) for seniors/disabled homeowners (with tax ceiling frozen). |
| Career & Technical Education | ACC will partner with PfISD on programming and staffing at the new CTE center, expanding Health Science, Advanced Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades academies. |
Upcoming Community Event & Election Resources
The annexation measure will be on the November 3, 2026, ballot for voters in the Pflugerville ISD territory. Early voting will begin on October 19, 2026, and end on October 30, 2026.
ACC will host a special information and resource fair in Pflugerville for residents to explore the College’s programs and ask questions about the service plan:
Discover ACC @ Pflugerville
Date: Thursday, October 1
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Location: PfISD Learning and Technology Center (1601 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville)
For full service plan details and to view FAQs, visit the ACC Pflugerville Annexation Information Hub.