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Austin Votes on $390M Bond for Parks and Transit | Texas News
Austin City Council faces a pivotal decision: whether to put a $390 million bond on the November ballot to fund parks, transportation, and social services — but the debate hinges on timing and affordability. With an estimated $81 annual tax hike for the average homeowner, council members are split. Proponents like Mayor Pro Tem Jose Vela argue it’s overdue after an eight-year gap in parks funding, while critics like Councilmember Krista Laine worry about equitable distribution. A final vote is set for Thursday — and if rejected, the plan could be delayed until 2028, risking a decade-long…
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