Proposed Property Tax Rate and Budget
Summary
The city is proposing a tax rate increase and a new budget for the upcoming year. Residents are encouraged to attend the public hearing on September 1st to voice their opinions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city is proposing a tax rate that is the same as last year, though state law requires it to be labeled as an increase.
The city government maintains funding for essential services and infrastructure.
Taxpayers who are struggling with the rising cost of living and property valuations.
Mentions & discussions (8)
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NEWS – City council unanimously approves proposed budget, tax rate
By Karen Gleason The 830 Times Del Rio City Council members have approved the city’s budget and tax rate for the coming year. During their most recent regular meeting on […] The post NEWS – City council unanimously approves proposed budget, tax rate ...
NEWS — Council approves city budget, holds tax rate steady and raises fees
By Karen Gleason The 830 Times Six of the seven members of the Del Rio City Council were present. Councilwoman Carmen Gutierrez was absent. Here’s what happened at the meeting: […] The post NEWS — Council approves city budget, holds tax rate steady a...
NEWS — Del Rio City Council special meeting roundup: Taxes, budget and bingo discussed
By Karen GleasonThe 830 Times All seven members of the Del Rio City Council were present. Here’s what happened at the meeting: City staff presents educational resources on city property […] The post NEWS — Del Rio City Council special meeting roundup...
Special City Council Meeting — 2026-09-01
Residents are concerned about the rising cost of living and want more transparency regarding how tax dollars are spent on city services and infrastructure.
Special City Council - Sep 1, 2026
The city is proposing a tax rate that matches last year's, but state law requires it to be presented as an 'increase' because it is higher than the 'no-new-revenue' rate. Residents expressed concerns about the cost of living and the need for better oversight of city spending.
NEWS — Del Rio City Council Sets Sept. 1 Hearings on Tax Rate, Budget during Special City Council meeting
By Karen Gleason The 830 Times Five of the seven members of the Del Rio City Council were present at the start of the meeting. Councilman J.P. Sanchez joined the […] The post NEWS — Del Rio City Council Sets Sept. 1 Hearings on Tax Rate, Budget durin...
Special City Council - Aug 18, 2026
The city is proposing a tax rate increase and a new budget for the upcoming year. Residents are encouraged to attend the public hearing on September 1st to voice their opinions.
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