Austin’s Budget Binge: Spending Grows, Taxpayers Pay

The city of Austin spends profusely. Its property tax is growing wildly. It’s drowning in debt. And to make matters worse, the future doesn’t look so bright for those footing the bill. Earlier this month, the city introduced its proposed budget for the upcoming 2025-26 fiscal year, which totals a massive $6.3 billion or $6,294...

Austin ISD’s Hidden Tax Increase

The ink on the Texas Legislature’s $10 billion tax cut is not even dry and yet, local governments are already scheming to steal your tax cut. It is happening now, and it is happening fast. For example, a recent article from Community Impact highlighted the adoption of Austin ISD’s 2025-2026 budget and included a link...