Taxes

The Denton City Council is reviewing a proposed $2.22 billion budget that would lower the property tax rate and increase employee pay. But officials warn a boost from business personal property tax revenue, including from data centers, may not last. Residents can weigh in at a Sept. 15 public hearing.

Despite the proposed rate bump, city manager says the average homeowner would see their tax bill decrease because of flat appraisals.

Dallas' proposed fiscal year 2027 budget only increased by $80 million, which means funding decreases in other departments to maintain a balanced budget.

Tarrant County College trustees are weighing whether to raise the rate on property owners amid facing lower state funding and flat tuition.

As more and more data center developers submit proposals to build in Texas, questions about how they will impact Texas' grid and contribute to drought conditions across the state are widespread.

On Friday through Sunday, some types of clothing, backpacks and other school supplies priced at $100 or less qualify for a sales tax exemption.

ERCOT and the PUCT said they've already taken steps to regulate large energy consumers and called for the state legislature to expand their authority.

Thirteen years ago, when Texas created the tax deal for data centers, state lawmakers expected to lose — at most — $14 million in tax revenue in Texas' next 2-year budget cycle. Now, state projections show it could lead to Texas forgoing more than $3 billion in the 2028-29 biennium.

PNC Financial Services Group released its quarterly economic report for North Texas. Chief Economist Gus Faucher explains the details.

Housing Forward and the All Neighbors Coalition will present to a Dallas County committee on Monday a proposal for homeless tax to sustain housing and outreach efforts.

Throughout the state from Saturday through Monday, items such as batteries, flashlights, fire extinguishers and portable generators can be purchased tax-free.

In District 3, incumbent Council member Nikkie Hunter will face challenger Kelly Burke in the May 2 council election.