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Rockport Approves Budget with Tax Freeze | Victoria News
Rockport’s city council just greenlit a $55.9 million budget with zero tax rate hikes—thanks to rising property values—while boosting public safety, parks, and road repairs. New police gear and five officers get $2M, parks get $800K, and Austin Street gets $350K in upgrades. Trash fees up 4%, and overtime funds plus Aquatic Center hours approved from reserves. A warehouse rezoning on Young Street passed without neighbor pushback, and the council canceled a special election (only one candidate ran). They also officially declared Rockport a Tourism Friendly Community—celebrating its charm and…
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