FY 2026-2027 City Budget and Tax Rate
Summary
The city approved issuing $35.3 million in bonds for public safety and water projects while proposing to keep the property tax rate steady at 61 cents per $100 valuation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Authorizes $35.3 million in debt issuance while maintaining the current tax rate of 61 cents.
Waxahachie property owners who avoid a tax rate increase, and residents served by upgraded water and fire infrastructure.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council — City Council Regular Meeting
The city council adopted its annual budget and maintained the property tax rate at 61 cents per $100 valuation for the third straight year. The budget funds essential services like police and fire while navigating rising inflation costs.
City Council — City Council Special Meeting
The city is reviewing its budget and a proposed property tax rate of 61 cents. The plan introduces a $2 million vehicle replacement fund to standardize equipment upgrades across city departments.
City Council — City Council Regular Meeting
The city approved issuing $35.3 million in bonds for public safety and water projects while proposing to keep the property tax rate steady at 61 cents per $100 valuation.
City Council — City Council Regular Meeting
The city is issuing $69 million in bonds to fund critical street, facility, and utility projects without raising tax rates.
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