Legal document…approved expenditures…statement of revenue…expenses and fund balances While these somewhat clinical descriptions of the county budget are certainly valid, the budget document embodies much more to commissioners courts and the constituents they serve. The facts and figures in the Texas county budget often epitomize a way of life…or … [Read more...] about Texas County Budget: Planning in the Midst of Uncertainty
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County Budgets and the Down Economy
With the economic recession, many counties will experience a reduction in property values for this year. This will create a serious dilemma: Either 1) increase the tax rate or 2) reduce the budget. Most will, once again, attempt to reduce the budget to avoid increasing the tax rate during this … [Read more...] about County Budgets and the Down Economy
State Budget Cuts Affect Counties
With declines in property values, sales tax revenues, and motor vehicle registrations, Texas counties are experiencing the double-whammy of a down economy. Revenues are dropping while demands for services are increasing. … [Read more...] about State Budget Cuts Affect Counties
Healthy Employees, Healthier Budget
Counties Implement Wellness Programs, Realize Taxpayer Savings Ector County Judge Susan Redford described it as “the most successful program we’ve implemented in years, by far.” Midland County Commissioner Randy Prude touted the dual benefits of significant taxpayer savings … [Read more...] about Healthy Employees, Healthier Budget
Unfunded Mandates/Budgets/Taxes
As counties complete the over-complicated budget and tax rate process, it offers an opportunity to reflect on these duties and the upcoming legislative session. Some recent newspaper editorials actually focused on the connection between mandates and local taxes. First, the Waco Tribune noted that "while state lawmakers claim the high ground, spending-wise, they too often … [Read more...] about Unfunded Mandates/Budgets/Taxes