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Bexar County Budget Crisis | San Antonio News
Bexar County’s $145 million budget shortfall by 2028 threatens its financial stability, but officials say they won’t raise taxes or slash core services—thanks to a well-stocked reserve fund and disciplined debt management. Once fueled by booming property values, the county’s revenue has plummeted from over $29 billion in 2023 to less than $2 billion this year. With federal pandemic relief funds—$389 million under the American Rescue Plan Act—set to expire by 2026, the county must find new ways to fund critical programs. To bridge the gap, they’re targeting personnel costs: no raises, adjusted…
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