Topics getting the most attention in Georgetown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in budget
Georgetown's dropping a huge $1.3 billion budget for next year, and guess what? Your property taxes are getting a break! But hold onto your wallets, because water and sewer bills are set to climb.
Georgetown just dropped a huge $1.3 billion budget, but don't sweat it – they're keeping property taxes super low, the lowest in the Austin area. So, your wallet should be feeling pretty good about this one.
Georgetown's water and sewer systems are getting a huge $850 million upgrade. While necessary, this massive investment will likely mean higher bills for residents in the future, so get ready for potential cost increases.
Georgetown is lowering its property tax rate, but your actual tax bill could still increase because home values are going up. So, even with a smaller percentage, you might end up paying more overall.
The council reviewed a significant budget amendment to carry forward funds for multi-year capital projects and address unforeseen expenses. This amendment impacts the overall city budget by over $646 million.