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Austin Council approves tax hike, avoids deep social service cuts in $6.6B budget
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sam Stark , as published by Austin Current
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The budget approval comes after a period of debate about the city's financial situation and the potential impact of cuts to social services.
6 billion. 5% increase in property taxes. The budget approval comes after a period of debate about the city's financial situation and the potential impact of cuts to social services.
City leaders had to consider various factors, including revenue growth and affordability concerns. Further details about the budget and its implications are available from the Austin Current.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: Austin Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Austin City Council has approved a budget totaling $6.6 billion. This decision includes a 3.5% increase in property taxes. The budget approval comes after a period of debate about the city's…
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