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Galveston's city government is hiking property taxes, claiming they're strapped for cash. The Texas Attorney General, however, is calling foul, suggesting it's a questionable move.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
The rate is set at $0.416273 per $100 of property value, which is a slight increase of 0.007586 cents over last year's rate.
The city benefits from stable revenue to fund essential municipal services and the Rosenberg Library.
Homeowners will have to pay more in taxes.
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Cash-strapped Texas city defies AG warning not to raise taxes The Texas Tribune