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Temple's new budget means higher property taxes for you, but the city says it's a trade-off for a big boost in public safety. Get ready to pay a bit more, with the promise of a safer community.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 8 mentions in the last 30 days, 5 the 60 before, 13 the 90 before that.
The proposed tax rate is $0.014228 per $100 of property valuation.
District residents and stakeholders benefit from the planned services and infrastructure improvements funded by the budget.
Residents may feel the impact of the increased tax rate during a time of high inflation.
This project is a major development for the district's health and bioscience infrastructure.
This project is a key part of the district's medical destination and real estate strategy.
This designation is a step towards attracting commercial and industrial development through tax incentives.
This rezoning could allow for the development of duplexes or similar housing, changing the residential density and type in the area.
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The city is setting its budget and tax rate for the next year. Residents are concerned about the tax rate increase and the city's overall spending priorities.