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Amarillo just approved its budget and tax rate for the next year. This means the city has a plan for how it's going to spend money and what taxes you'll be paying.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 12 mentions in the last 30 days, 4 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
Determines property tax rates and revenue levels for the 2026/2027 city budget.
All residents and property owners who rely on city services funded by the municipal budget.
Property owners facing potential tax rate increases.
The City Council will review and consider the proposed tax rate that will fund city operations, maintenance, and debt service for the upcoming fiscal year. This decision will directly influence property tax bills for local residents and business owners.
We'll include it in your weekly brief whenever the council takes it up.
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A special meeting was held today with the City of Amarillo City Council and staff. The meeting covered the budget, how property tax is used in the budget, and what ceiling should be set for the upcoming year.