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Austin City Council hears public comment on proposed $6.6B budget, tax hike
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: KEYE , as published by CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News
· July 23, 2026
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Key points The city council is expected to vote on the budget in the coming weeks, with the new budget set to take effect on October 1. Austin City Council is nearing a decision on a new city budget.
Austin City Council is nearing a decision on a new city budget. The proposed budget is valued at $6.6 billion and includes a tax hike.
Residents recently had the opportunity to provide public comment on the budget. During this time, they expressed concerns about funding for certain organizations.
Further details on the proposed budget and the concerns of residents are available through CBS Austin. The city council is expected to vote on the budget in the coming weeks, with the new budget set to take effect on October 1.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News ·
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