Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Waco public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in taxes budget
FY2026 Financial Audit and Auditor Appointment
Auditor David Boring will present the agency's annual financial audit to the board. This review helps ensure financial transparency and accountability for the housing authority.
City Attorney Personnel Review
The City Council is meeting to discuss personnel matters involving the City Attorney. This is a standard administrative review process.
FY 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate Adoption
The City Council finalized the property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year at $0.755000 per $100 valuation. While the rate is unchanged from last year, property owners will experience an effective tax increase of 3.60 percent due to higher property appraisals.
Quarterly Investment Report
Waco reviewed its $910 million investment portfolio, reporting strong quarterly earnings and discussing policy updates to improve yields through commercial paper.
Credit Card Convenience Fees
The city is looking at adding a 1.5% fee for paying with credit cards to offset the $1.3 million it currently spends on transaction fees. Residents can still use free options like cash, checks, or bank drafts.
Investment Advisory and Municipal Financial Products Contracts
Waco is changing up how it manages its nearly $1 billion portfolio and bond funds by bringing in specialized advisory firms to increase investment yields.
Municipal Leadership History
The council took time to honor the legacy of past leaders who helped shape Waco, ensuring their contributions are remembered as the city moves forward with new projects.
Fiscal Year 2024-2025 External Audit
External auditors briefed the committee on the upcoming annual financial audit and new accounting rules for vacation time.