FY 2026 Taxpayer Impact Statement
Summary
The city is required to show residents how their property tax bills will change under the new budget. This helps homeowners see exactly how much they might pay based on their county's median home value.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 0
Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Aug 13, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
The tax rate directly impacts the annual property tax bill for every homeowner in the city.
The city benefits from the revenue generated to fund public services.
Property owners may see an increase in their tax bills depending on the final rate and property valuations.
Mentions & discussions (7)
City of New Braunfels approves increased tax rate to meet previous year's revenue
City of New Braunfels approves increased tax rate to meet previous year's revenue herald-zeitung.com
City Council - Special — August 19, 2026
The city is balancing the need for more police, fire, and road maintenance against the rising cost of living for residents.
City Council - Special — August 18, 2026
The city is deciding how to balance its budget while funding key services like police, fire, and street repairs. The council is weighing whether to keep the tax rate at the 'no new revenue' level or increase it to fund more projects.
City Council - Special — August 17, 2026
The city is facing a rare decline in existing property values, making it harder to fund city services. Council is weighing whether to keep the tax rate flat or increase it to pay for more police, fire, and road staff.
Economic Development Corporation — August 13, 2026
Residents questioned why the city uses certificates of obligation to fund EDC projects, fearing it puts taxpayer money at risk. The board clarified that these are backed by sales tax revenue.
City Council - Special — August 11, 2026
The city is proposing a $305 million budget that keeps the tax rate flat. It prioritizes public safety, road maintenance, and employee pay, but faces challenges from inflation and limited growth in property values.
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners — May 7, 2026
The city is required to show residents how their property tax bills will change under the new budget. This helps homeowners see exactly how much they might pay based on their county's median home value.
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