Houston Public MediaOct 7

Despite a projected budget deficit of about $128 million and a chronically declining savings account, Houston Mayor John Whitmire wants to keep the property tax rate flat heading into 2026. 

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Houston Mayor John Whitmire apposes property tax increase despite over $100 million deficit

The city faces a $128 million budget deficit. Whitmire’s administration doesn’t want to narrow the gap by raising property taxes.

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