Austin's City Manager is starting up budget talks again. This is your chance to tell them how you want your tax money used.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 8 the 90 before that.
Potential impact on future city debt and project funding.
The city as a whole, through better financial planning for large-scale projects.
None identified, as this is a review of potential funding.
Wednesday's meeting marked the first of several community input sessions for the proposed $6.6 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
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On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, KXAN's Grace Reader sat down with Austin Mayor Kirk Watson to talk about that forecast, the upcoming budget process and about a discussion heating up surrounding a potential 2026 bond.
The committee looked at requests for federal money for community projects and other legislative updates. This is about securing resources for important city initiatives.
The city will continue providing animal services to Travis County under an amended interlocal agreement, ensuring continued support for animal welfare in the region.
A look at the city's financial forecast helps residents and council understand where money is coming from and going over the next five years, impacting services and taxes.
The committee is looking at how the city plans its budget for the next five years. A key point is how they'll count projected revenue, especially concerning the property tax rate that aims to keep taxes the same even as property values rise.
The council voted to suspend proposed interim rate adjustments from Atmos Energy and Texas Gas Service, meaning current rates will remain in place for now.
The committee reviewed a memo concerning federal funding requests and legislative updates for the upcoming fiscal year. This impacts the city's ability to secure resources for future projects.
City Manager Launches New Round of Community Budget Conversations City of Austin (.gov)
The city is working to reduce costs and improve efficiency in its technology services, which could lead to better services or savings.
The council discussed increasing the capital budget for parkland acquisition and development, indicating a commitment to expanding and improving city parks.
The committee is exploring how to create a structured plan for future city bond programs. This is important for ensuring the city can fund necessary infrastructure and community projects in an organized and responsible way.
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