Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Braunfels public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
FY 2027 Proposed Budget
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.
FY 2026 Taxpayer Impact Statement
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.
2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate
The city set its proposed property tax rate at the no-new-revenue level of $0.415613 per $100 valuation, resulting in a minor annual increase of about $13 for an average homestead.