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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Amarillo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Budget Debate
Amarillo is holding a special City Council meeting this Tuesday to debate and hash out the upcoming financial plans. If you care about where your tax dollars go and how city services are funded, this is the meeting to watch.
Contract Renewals
Staff recommended moving from a rotational model to an enhanced single-source towing contract with improved performance standards.
Proposed 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Tax Rate
City leaders reviewed budget scenarios, tax rates, sales tax contributions, and fund allocations. Discrepancies in truth-in-taxation calculations led the council to delay final action until a special session on Monday.
FY 2026-27 TIRZ #3 Annual Budget and Financial Oversight
The board reviewed financial reports and the upcoming fiscal year budget for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2, which impacts local economic development funding and tax increment revenues.
Hospital District Budgeting
The committee was scheduled to review the upcoming fiscal year budget for the hospital district, which guides healthcare funding and operational spending.
Animal Services Cost Recovery
The board discussed the financial cost recovery analysis for animal services originally reviewed during the March pre-budget workshop.
Property Tax Relief
Heads up, Amarillo! Your property taxes are going up next year. Local governments are facing budget shortfalls, so expect to shell out more cash for your home.
Landfill Management and Fire Safety
Amarillo is dropping $1.5 million on new trash dumpsters. The city council approved the cash injection, so hopefully, we'll see fewer overflowing bins around town.