Summary
The Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing and considering the adoption of the 2027 annual budget alongside a total ad valorem tax rate of $0.5691 per $100 of valuation. These financial decisions determine county services, departmental funding levels, and property tax burdens for residents.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 24
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Sets property tax bills and county spending levels for the upcoming fiscal year.
County residents who rely on county services, public health programs, and infrastructure.
Property owners facing increased tax burdens if valuations rise.
Mentions & discussions (23)
State agencies say they can’t bear the cost of proposed property tax reform
Texas agencies are warning state leaders that a mandatory budget cut ordered by Republican leaders to help pay for property tax changes next year will cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue and the taxpayers critical losses in serv...
Hidalgo County lowers tax rate, raises minimum wage in $439.7M budget
Hidalgo County Commissioners Court inked a $439.7 million budget Sept. 22 that not only lowers the property tax rate, but also allocates more funds for first responders and road infrastructure, as well as a cost of living adjustment for the employees...
Hidalgo County adopts $439M budget with lower tax rate
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County Commissioners adopted a budget of more than $400 million for the 2027 fiscal year, including a lower tax rate than the previous fiscal year. On Sept. 22, during a regular meeting, the Commissioners Co...
Mission adopts new property tax rate for upcoming fiscal year
MISSION — The council here unanimously adopted its new property tax rate. The post Mission adopts new property tax rate for upcoming fiscal year appeared first on MyRGV.com.
DD-REGULAR AGENDA REGULAR MTG — September 22, 2026
The drainage district approved its 2027 budget and maintained the property tax rate at $0.1123 per $100 valuation, ensuring continued funding for flood control operations without raising tax rates.
Commissioner's Court - Sep 15, 2026
The county is finalizing its upcoming budget and property tax rate, balancing rising operational costs and inflation with community services and infrastructure needs.
DD-REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — September 15, 2026
The district held a public hearing on its proposed 2026 tax rate of $0.1123 and reviewed the proposed 2027 calendar year budget, which dictate district funding for flood control and drainage maintenance.
Harlingen taxes going up as school board passes 3-cent hike
The Harlingen CISD Administration Building is seen in this undated photo. (Maricela Rodriguez/Valley Morning Star) HARLINGEN — Taxes are going up in Harlingen. For the first time in years, the school district’s property tax rate’s climbing. Meanwhile...
Mission addresses taxes increase concerns after mixed response at public hearing
MISSION — A public hearing on the city’s preliminary budget became tense Tuesday afternoon during an exchange in public comment between a local resident and the city council. The post Mission addresses taxes increase concerns after mixed response at ...
San Benito passes $20 million budget, votes down tax cut
SAN BENITO — While passing a new $20 million general fund budget’s coming with a $20.9 million fund balance, the new city commission voted against a proposed 1-cent property tax cut. The post San Benito passes $20 million budget, votes down tax cut a...
Commissioner's Court - Sep 1, 2026
The county is lowering its tax rate slightly to keep tax revenues flat, while planning adoption schedules for the upcoming fiscal year.
'A slap in the face': Hidalgo County proposed raises spark debate, deputies want more pay
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County commissioners are considering pay increases for the county judge and commissioners as they work to finalize the county’s next budget. Under the proposal, the county judge’s salary would increase by abo...
Brownsville faces rising home values after the arrival of large employers like SpaceX, Saronic
McALLEN — Home values in Cameron County more than doubled over a six-year period, and property tax bills are going up along with it, according to research from the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University. The post Brownsville faces ...
School budget woesshould prompt a new lookat state funding formulas
The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District recently announced a $15 million shortfall for the next budget year. The post School budget woesshould prompt a new lookat state funding formulas appeared first on MyRGV.com.
Edinburg CISD super gets $335K annual contract; discusses dire financial situation
EDINBURG — The school board here decided in a 4-3 vote to approve a three-year contract for new Superintendent Angela Dominguez, who is taking the helm of the district that is in financial distress. The post Edinburg CISD super gets $335K annual cont...
Hidalgo County mulls raises for elected officials
As Hidalgo County leaders work toward finalizing next fiscal year’s budget, they are considering raising their salaries, and also investing $16 million into road improvement projects and maintenance funding. The post Hidalgo County mulls raises for e...
CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — July 21, 2026
Residents voiced concerns during the open forum regarding increasing property appraisals, growing debt service, and a proposed 36 percent budget increase for 2026.
CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — July 7, 2026
A resident expressed frustration over rising property tax valuations and the fairness of the appraisal process.
Commissioner's Court - Jun 23, 2026
A resident expressed concern that the county's budget growth is driving up property taxes and making homeownership unaffordable for many families.
CC REGULAR AGENDA REGULAR MTG — May 26, 2026
A resident expressed frustration over rising property tax valuations despite economic challenges.
CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — February 17, 2026
A resident raised concerns about the 36% increase in the county budget and its impact on property taxes for families.
CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — February 3, 2026
A partial federal government shutdown has stalled the IDIS system, delaying $2.8 million in payments to local nonprofits and vendors.
Commissioner's Court - Jan 27, 2026
A resident expressed concern over the county's reliance on property taxes and the impact of debt service on local families living in poverty.
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