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Austin’s $6.6B Budget and Tax Debate | Texas News
Austin’s city manager unveils a $6.6 billion budget to close a $26 million gap, proposing a 3.5% property tax hike—the legal max without voter approval—after last year’s tax increase measure failed. The plan heavily funds public safety and utilities, including APD recruitment, as the city grapples with explosive growth. Residents are watching closely, wary of rising costs and demanding accountability. The City Council will review the proposal this Thursday, with public hearings through early August and a final vote expected mid-August—setting the stage for a new fiscal year starting October…
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