FY 2027 Proposed Budget
Summary
The city council adopted a no-new-revenue tax rate of 41.56 cents and the FY 2027 operating budget, resulting in a modest $13 annual increase for average homesteads while funding staff cost-of-living adjustments and key street repairs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 5
Rising — discussed at 7 meetings since Aug 17, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Average homestead property taxes will increase by approximately $13 annually.
City employees receiving a 3% cost-of-living adjustment and residents benefiting from funded street and ADA improvements.
Some municipal departments face unfunded staffing requests, and city reserves are drawn down to cover healthcare cost increases.
Mentions & discussions (12)
Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of NB — September 30, 2026
Leaders will look at a six-year financial forecast to understand future revenue streams, bonding capacity, and planned investments for the reinvestment zone.
New Braunfels Development Authority — September 30, 2026
The board reviewed and approved the upcoming fiscal year budget for the Development Authority and Reinvestment Zone No. 1, directing how local funds will be allocated.
City Council — September 14, 2026
The city council adopted a no-new-revenue tax rate of 41.56 cents and the FY 2027 operating budget, resulting in a modest $13 annual increase for average homesteads while funding staff cost-of-living adjustments and key street repairs.
New Braunfels City Council approves first reading of proposed 2027 tax rate, operating budget
New Braunfels City Council approves first reading of proposed 2027 tax rate, operating budget Herald-Zeitung
City Council - Special — September 10, 2026
The city is finalizing its annual operating budget, which balances revenues and expenditures at roughly $117.6 million while funding employee pay increases, two new school resource officers, and increased operational costs.
City Council - Special — September 8, 2026
The city is working through its fifth budget workshop to finalize the upcoming fiscal year spending plan. Discussions center on balancing employee pay raises, maintaining bond ratings, funding critical infrastructure, and keeping property tax rates steady at the no-new-revenue level.
City Council - Special — August 19, 2026
The city council evaluated funding needs for essential services, employee pay raises, and street repairs against the tax burden on residents, ultimately selecting the no-new-revenue tax rate.
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 balancing a tight budget for fiscal year 2027 due to slower property value growth, increased tax protests, and rising health insurance costs, while maintaining public safety and infrastructure services at the current tax rate of 40.89 cents.
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.
New Braunfels, Comal County finalize 2027 budgets, tax rates
New Braunfels, Comal County finalize 2027 budgets, tax rates
New Braunfels City Council approves first reading of proposed 2027 tax rate, operating budget
New Braunfels City Council approves first reading of proposed 2027 tax rate, operating budget
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