FY 2027 Annual Operating Budget
Summary
The city council adopted the annual municipal budget for FY 2027 and set a property tax rate of $0.755000 per $100 valuation, resulting in a slight decrease for median homestead tax bills.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 20
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 5 meetings since Aug 25, 2026, up from 3 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Sets city spending and tax collections for the upcoming fiscal year, affecting median homestead property tax bills.
Waco property owners and residents relying on municipal services funded by the budget.
Residents facing modest rate increases across municipal utilities.
Mentions & discussions (22)
CANCELLED: Waco Housing Authority Commission - Rising Images, Inc. - Oct 8, 2026
The board will review and consider adopting the operating budget for Rising Images, Inc. covering October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. This budget guides operational and financial planning for the organization's managed properties.
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Waco Housing Authority Commission Meeting - Sep 10, 2026
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Regular City Council Meeting - Sep 1, 2026
The city council adopted the annual municipal budget for FY 2027 and set a property tax rate of $0.755000 per $100 valuation, resulting in a slight decrease for median homestead tax bills.
9/1 2pm Special City Council Meeting - Sep 1, 2026
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Boards and Commissions Committee Meeting - Aug 25, 2026
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McLennan County approves property tax rate increase
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Budget & Audit Committee Meeting - Aug 11, 2026
The committee checked in on the upcoming operating and capital improvements budgets with no major changes requested.
Streamlined Waco budget could raise fees, lower taxes for some
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Regular City Council Meeting - Aug 4, 2026
The city adopted a $733.3 million budget that keeps property tax rates flat at 75.5 cents while managing rising operational costs and adjusting utility fees.
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Waco library hours could be cut under proposed city budget
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City Council Special Meeting - Jun 17, 2026
The city is facing a $10.7 million gap between what it spends and what it brings in. To fix this, they are looking at cutting services, freezing hiring, and potentially raising fees.
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