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Police Budget vs Social Services | Texas News
Austin’s City Council is locked in a heated debate over a $25 million police budget boost—fueled by wage agreements and operational costs—while social services face possible $5 million cuts, sparking protests and calls for reallocation. The tragic death of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams fuels the push to invest in community-based solutions over policing. Council members split: some urge restoring social services as true safety infrastructure, others want to evaluate third-party crisis response before shifting funds. As Austin finalizes its budget, the city’s future hinges on where taxpayer…
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