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The city is finalizing its budget for the next year, which dictates funding for all public services. This is the primary way the city decides how to allocate your tax dollars.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 6 mentions in the last 30 days, 5 the 60 before.
Sets the property tax rate framework and budget schedule for the upcoming fiscal year, affecting all property owners in Garland.
All Garland residents and taxpayers benefit from transparent budget hearings and a proposed tax rate shift designed to protect core municipal services.
Residents who would prefer a lower tax burden, as the 'yes' vote results in a higher tax rate than the alternative.
Allows the salon to continue operating with improved landscaping.
The business will continue to operate as a legal non-conforming use.
This would introduce a new funeral home service to the area.
Would prohibit short-term rentals in single-family neighborhoods.
We'll include it in your weekly brief whenever the council takes it up.
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Garland voters will decide on a tax rate increase this November. A 'yes' vote keeps current service levels for police, fire, and community events, while a 'no' vote forces the city to cut these services to meet a lower tax rate.