Topics getting the most attention in El Paso County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in budget with critical priority
El Paso County just finalized a massive $635.6 million budget, while the city is finally releasing public records after a legal fight with the Attorney General. It’s a major turning point for local accountability and keeping tabs on where your tax money actually goes.
City officials are facing heat for allegedly fudging the numbers on the new budget and senior tax breaks. It’s a messy situation that could directly affect how much you pay in property taxes this year.