Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Municipal Budget Adoption
Amarillo
Summary
The city approved its annual budget and kept the property tax rate flat at $0.43070 per $100, though increasing home values mean slightly higher tax bills for many residents. Council members and citizens debated government spending, capital project tracking, and auditing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 4
- Importance
- 23
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 4 mentions in the last 30 days.
Impact analysis
Generates over $2 million in additional property tax revenue, with median homestead tax bills seeing modest adjustments depending on the county.
City residents relying on municipal services, public safety, and infrastructure maintenance funded through the annual operating budget.
Property owners facing higher tax bills due to rising home appraisals despite a flat tax rate.
Mentions & discussions (3)
In Brief: Sept. 30, 2026
During Tuesday’s special meeting, the Amarillo City Council adopted the 2026/2027 budget and the relevant 2026 tax rate of $0.4307 per $100 of valuation. Look for our in-depth coverage later today. The Potter County Detention Center saw another sligh...
Amarillo City Council - Sep 29, 2026
The city approved its annual budget and kept the property tax rate flat at $0.43070 per $100, though increasing home values mean slightly higher tax bills for many residents. Council members and citizens debated government spending, capital project tracking, and auditing.
City of Amarillo meets on proposed fiscal year 2026/2027 budget, tax rate Tuesday
The Amarillo City Council is set to hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2026/2027 budget and tax rate on Tuesday, which the Texas Municipal League notes is the last day the city may adopt the budget and tax rate before the star...
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