2026 Comal County Budget and 2025 Property Tax Rate Adoption
Summary
The County Judge unveiled an $181 million budget for 2026 that includes a proposed 4-cent property tax increase to support growing infrastructure, law enforcement pay scales, and flood control improvements. Commissioners discussed balancing taxpayer burden against critical capital needs like jail expansion and bridge safety.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Proposes a tax rate increase from approximately 26.4 cents to 30.5 cents per $100 valuation, generating a total tax levy of $123 million.
County residents and visitors benefiting from enhanced public safety, improved law enforcement retention, upgraded low-water crossings, and flood warning systems.
Property owners facing increased tax bills due to rising property valuations.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Commissioners Court — 2026-08-20
The county is reviewing its proposed 2027 budget and tax rate amid resident concerns over rising property taxes and local spending. Residents testified about the financial strain of property valuations, while the court balanced essential services and employee compensation.
Commissioners Court - Sep 4, 2025
The county adopted a $124 million general fund budget and set the 2025 property tax rate at 30.5 cents per $100 valuation, a 15.4% increase. Multiple residents urged commissioners during public hearings to adopt the no-new-revenue rate, citing severe financial strain on fixed incomes and seniors.
Commissioners Court - Aug 21, 2025
The court reviewed the proposed $181 million budget for 2026 and a recommended tax rate of $0.305015 per $100 valuation. Residents raised concerns during public hearings about tax increases and road funding.
Commissioners Court - Aug 7, 2025
The County Judge unveiled an $181 million budget for 2026 that includes a proposed 4-cent property tax increase to support growing infrastructure, law enforcement pay scales, and flood control improvements. Commissioners discussed balancing taxpayer burden against critical capital needs like jail expansion and bridge safety.
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