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FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rates

Summary

Staff presented truth-in-taxation calculations for the upcoming fiscal year, proposing to hold the property tax rate steady at $0.7218 per $100 valuation. For the average homeowner, the city tax bill is estimated to remain stable or slightly decrease based on average taxable values.

At a glance

Total mentions
8
Last 30 days
1

Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Aug 17, 2026, up from 3 in the two months before.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Maintains current tax rate of $0.7218, generating projected revenues for municipal operations and debt service.

✅Who benefits

Burleson taxpayers and property owners.

⚠️Who could be affected

Property owners will see an increase in their tax burden.

Mentions & discussions (8)

MeetingSep 14, 2026

Special Session — September 14, 2026

The city reviewed the successful sale of over $57 million in bonds and certificates of obligation at favorable interest rates, backed by an AA2 credit rating.

MeetingSep 8, 2026

Regular Meeting — September 8, 2026

The city is proposing a budget that increases property tax revenue by over $990,000. This hearing is your chance to see how the city plans to spend tax dollars in the coming year.

MeetingAug 26, 2026

Council Policy & Valuation Committee — August 26, 2026

The committee is reviewing how the city handles internal policies and property valuations, which can influence how tax dollars are managed and how city services are prioritized.

MeetingAug 17, 2026discussed

Burleson Community Service Development Corporation — August 17, 2026

The board is setting the budget for the next year, which dictates how much money goes into our parks, golf courses, and other recreational facilities.

MeetingAug 17, 2026approved

TIF #2 — August 17, 2026

The TIF district is paying the city $750,000 to cover the extra costs of police, fire, and maintenance services in the Old Town area.

MeetingAug 10, 2026approved

Special Session — August 10, 2026

The city is planning its spending for the next year, focusing on streets, police, and parks. Residents can weigh in on how their tax dollars are used during upcoming hearings.

MeetingAug 5, 2026discussed

Finance Committee — August 5, 2026

The city is finalizing its budget and tax rates for the next year. This will determine how much property tax residents pay and what services the city can afford to provide.

MeetingAug 3, 2026

Regular Meeting — August 3, 2026

Staff presented truth-in-taxation calculations for the upcoming fiscal year, proposing to hold the property tax rate steady at $0.7218 per $100 valuation. For the average homeowner, the city tax bill is estimated to remain stable or slightly decrease based on average taxable values.

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