Fulshear's growing fast, and they need more cash for the police department to keep up. City leaders want your OK in May to raise taxes to fund this expansion. It's a 'pay more to stay safe' kind of question.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 5 the 90 before that.
Potential reduction in funding for infrastructure projects, but increased funding for police salaries and services.
The Police Department and its officers, potentially leading to improved public safety. Residents who desire enhanced commercial development might be negatively impacted if EDC funds are reduced.
Future development projects that rely on EDC funding for infrastructure improvements could be delayed or canceled.
Fulshear's police department was recognized as one of the safest in Texas, and the city is investing in community engagement programs and technology, including a new mobile app, to further enhance safety.
The city's police department presented its annual reports, showing a decrease in crime rates and an increase in traffic enforcement. Initiatives like the drone program and Patrol Finder are aimed at improving efficiency and safety.
The City Council is considering reallocating sales tax revenue from the EDC to fund police salary increases. This could impact the EDC's ability to fund future projects.
The City Council is proposing a ballot measure to reduce the Type A EDC sales tax and increase the general fund sales tax. This could impact how the police department is funded and the EDC's overall budget.
City of Fulshear asks voters to approve more funding for police on May ballot as population skyrockets ABC13 Houston
A major discussion revolved around potentially reducing funding for the EDC Type A to allocate more resources to the Police Department's strategic plan, which includes pay raises. This decision has significant implications for future development projects and public safety.
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