Public pension costs represent a significant portion of city and county government spending. As public pension costs rise, the risk increases for taxpayers and beneficiaries alike. Transferring control of these plans to local voters is a good first step toward more sustainable pensions statewide.
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Buda
Many city, county, and school district officials are right now deciding where to set tax rates for the next fiscal year. In some cases, these local decisions will push property taxes higher, creating new challenges for families struggling with affordability. Given the very real prospect of tax hikes on the horizon, now is the time...