City Hall

The Order Allows for Removal of an Ankle Monitor and Approves Travel to Certain Kansas City Chiefs Games.

The Court Recognized the Work of Juvenile Services, Emergency Responders, and a Local Social Services Agency, While Also Addressing Ongoing Drought Conditions.

The 2026-27 Spending Plan Funds an Animal Control Facility, Road Equipment Purchases, and Employee Raises, Though Rising Property Valuations Will Increase Tax Bills for Many.

Observations Following the Recent Final Budget Hearing Highlighted Opportunities for Improving Accessibility, Fostering Constructive Dialogue, and Enhancing Transparency for Major Financial Commitments.

While Recent Precipitation Lowered the Drought Index, County Officials Confirm Conditions Are Not yet Safe for Outdoor Burning.

A New Groundwater Conservation District, Supported by Numerous East Texas County Leaders, Aims to Regulate Commercial Wells and Safeguard the Region's Primary Water Source From Depletion.

The City's Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget Includes Increases to Property Taxes and Water Fees to Fund Public Safety and Infrastructure, with a Final Vote Set for Next Week.

School Districts and Municipalities Across Texas Face Significant Budget Deficits, Leading to Austerity Measures and a Statewide Debate Over Funding.

The City of Tyler Is Weighing a Significant Change to Its Stormwater Fees, Proposing to Charge Properties Based on the Amount of Hard Surface Area Rather Than Water Usage, with Changes Potentially Beginning in 2027.

The County's Working Budget Includes a Penny Increase in the Property Tax Rate and Substantial Pay Raises, Particularly for Sheriff's Office Staff, Aiming to Improve Recruitment and Retention.