Austin has a new $6.6 billion budget — and residents will pay more to fund it. For the typical homeowner, higher property taxes, utilities and service fees will add about $286 to the annual cost. The budget preserves most social service funding while adding money for homelessness programs, public safety and a new emergency communications office. Full story at our link in bio 🔗 #Austin #AustinTX #AustinCityCouncil