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Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate

Temple

Summary

The board was scheduled to consider the adoption of the operating budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, determining resource allocation for medical district priorities.

At a glance

Total mentions
27
Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 3, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Establishes funding and expenditure limits for the Temple Medical District Corporation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

✅Who benefits

Temple residents and stakeholders within the medical district who rely on coordinated development and services.

⚠️Who could be affected

Taxpayers facing property tax levies, though the rate is set below the no-new-revenue level.

Mentions & discussions (28)

MeetingSep 3, 2026

Temple Health & Bioscience Economic Development District Board of Directors Meeting - Sep 3, 2026

The board was scheduled to review the upcoming fiscal year's budget and consider a proposed tax rate of $0.014228 per $100 valuation, impacting local property assessments and district funding.

Temple Daily TelegramSep 3, 2026

Temple TX tax rate jumps while officials say average property tax bills will fall

Temple TX tax rate jumps while officials say average property tax bills will fall Temple Daily Telegram

MeetingAug 27, 2026approved

City Council (Special) - Aug 27, 2026

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.

KXXVAug 27, 2026

Temple budget includes 10% cuts, rate increases for water, wastewater

Temple budget includes 10% cuts, rate increases for water, wastewater KXXV

MeetingAug 20, 2026

City Council Workshop - Aug 20, 2026

The city is considering a tax rate of $0.7500, which is slightly below the no-new-revenue rate. This rate supports the proposed business plan and helps fund capital projects and debt service responsibly.

MeetingAug 20, 2026discussed

City Council (Regular) - Aug 20, 2026

The city is proposing a tax rate of $0.7200 per $100 valuation. This will determine how much property tax residents pay next year.

MeetingAug 19, 2026

Temple Medical District Corporation Board of Directors - Aug 19, 2026

The board was scheduled to consider the adoption of the operating budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, determining resource allocation for medical district priorities.

MeetingAug 19, 2026

Temple Health & Bioscience Economic Development District Board of Directors Meeting - Aug 19, 2026

The board reviewed the proposed budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year to fund district operations and economic development initiatives.

MeetingAug 17, 2026

City Council (Special) - Aug 17, 2026

The city set a proposed property tax rate ceiling of $0.7500 per $100 valuation for the upcoming fiscal year. Officials noted that despite the rate increase, falling property values mean the average homeowner may still see a net decrease in their annual city tax bill.

MeetingAug 6, 2026discussed

City Council Workshop - Aug 6, 2026

The Council is reviewing the city's spending plan and tax roll for the next fiscal year, which will determine funding for city services.

MeetingJul 16, 2026discussed

City Council (Regular) - Jul 16, 2026

The city is presenting its financial plan for the next year. This budget will determine how tax dollars are spent on city services and infrastructure.

MeetingJul 16, 2026discussed

City Council Workshop - Jul 16, 2026

The Council is starting the process of planning the city's budget for next year. This determines how much money goes to city services like police, parks, and road maintenance.

MeetingJul 2, 2026discussed

City Council Workshop - Jul 2, 2026

The city is starting the process of planning its budget for the next fiscal year. This will determine how tax dollars are spent on city services and infrastructure.

MeetingMay 28, 2026discussed

City Council (Special) - May 28, 2026

The city is starting the process of deciding how to allocate funds for the next fiscal year. This will determine funding levels for city services, infrastructure projects, and public programs that impact all residents.

MeetingMay 22, 2026discussed

City Council (Special) - May 22, 2026

The city is starting to plan how it will spend money next year. This process will eventually decide funding for city services and potential tax impacts.

MeetingMay 14, 2026

Temple Firefighters' Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting - May 14, 2026

The board reviewed and approved various invoices for services like auditing and account management, as well as the fund's overall revenue and expenditure statement. This ensures responsible management of the pension fund.

MeetingMay 8, 2026discussed

City Council (Special) - May 8, 2026

The city council reviewed the proposed budget and business plan for the upcoming fiscal year. This is a key step in deciding how city funds will be spent and what services will be prioritized.

MeetingApr 23, 2026discussed

City Council (Special) - Apr 23, 2026

The council discussed the city's business plan as part of their budget retreat. This is a key step in deciding how city funds will be allocated for services and projects in the coming year.

MeetingApr 20, 2026

City Council (Special) - Apr 20, 2026

The council discussed the city's business plan as part of their budget retreat. This is a key step in deciding how city funds will be spent and what services will be offered.

MeetingApr 14, 2026discussed

Temple Police Association Meet and Confer Meeting - Apr 14, 2026

The teams began discussing what issues might be included in the next contract agreement for police officers, which will cover the fiscal year 2027. These discussions lay the groundwork for future contract negotiations.

MeetingApr 9, 2026approved

Temple Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees Meeting - Apr 9, 2026

The board reviewed the fund's investment performance for the last quarter of 2025 and approved a portfolio rebalance. This ensures the fund's assets are managed effectively to support future pension obligations.

MeetingMar 23, 2026discussed

City Council (Special) - Mar 23, 2026

The council discussed the city's budget and financial future, including plans for the upcoming fiscal year and the school resource officer program. This is crucial for determining how city funds are allocated for services and projects.

MeetingMar 19, 2026

City Council (Regular) - Mar 19, 2026

The city's independent auditor presented the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, detailing the city's financial health and audit findings.

MeetingMar 5, 2026approved

Temple Revitalization Corporation Meeting - Mar 5, 2026

The corporation approved a budget amendment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, which allows for adjustments to financial plans as needed.

MeetingFeb 19, 2026

City Council Workshop - Feb 19, 2026

City staff presented the financial results for the first three months of the fiscal year, giving council members and the public insight into the city's financial health.

MeetingFeb 10, 2026discussed

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (Regular) - Feb 10, 2026

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board reviewed their annual report and will decide whether to recommend it to the City Council. This report likely outlines the board's activities, accomplishments, and recommendations for the past year, influencing future park and recreation strategies.

MeetingJan 20, 2026approved

Library Advisory Board (Regular) - Jan 20, 2026

The board reviewed and approved the library's annual report for 2025. This report details the library's activities and achievements over the past year.

KCENTV.comAug 29, 2025

Temple's approved 2026 budget raises property taxes, prioritizes public safety

Temple's approved 2026 budget raises property taxes, prioritizes public safety KCENTV.com

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