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North Richland Hills holds public hearings on $169.1 million FY2026 budget and proposed 49.7841¢ tax rate
Summary
Finance staff presented the FY2026 proposed operating budget of $169,066,152, $18,010,100 in new capital investments and a proposed tax rate of 49.7841¢; the budget includes $4 million for preventative street maintenance, five new public‑safety positions and a water/sewer passthrough that increases average residential bills by about $4.90.
Chase Foss, presenting for city staff, briefed the council and public on the proposed fiscal year 2026 operating and capital budget and on the proposed property tax rate.
Foss said the total proposed operating budget, excluding internal service funds to avoid double counting, is $169,066,152. New capital investments total $18,010,100 and are being added to more than $130 million in previously approved capital projects in various stages. Key highlights include $4 million for preventative street maintenance, a $3,850,000…
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