Summary
The commission proposed a property tax rate of $0.531060 per $100 valuation for Tax Year 2026 and scheduled public hearings.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 2, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Establishes municipal property tax revenues for the upcoming fiscal year.
City residents and property owners relying on municipal services.
Property owners facing cumulative tax burdens from city, county, school district, and utility rate hikes.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Commission - Oct 21, 2026
The commission proposed a property tax rate of $0.531060 per $100 valuation for Tax Year 2026 and scheduled public hearings.
City Commission - Sep 16, 2026
Residents expressed strong opposition to tax and utility rate increases, arguing that households are already squeezed by rising school district and water bills. Commissioners debated keeping the tax rate revenue-neutral versus a minor increase to support city operations.
City Commission - Sep 2, 2026
The commission took a record vote to propose a property tax rate of $0.531060 per $100 valuation for Tax Year 2026, including a half-cent increase recommended by Commissioner Morales.
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