Summary
The city is moving forward with a $684.1 million budget and a tax rate increase to 42.3 cents per $100 valuation, funding public safety staffing and voter-approved bond projects. The typical homeowner will see about an $11.64 monthly increase on their property tax bill.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Typical homeowner property taxes will increase by approximately $11.64 per month.
Residents benefit from increased public safety staffing, new park facilities, and continued infrastructure improvements.
Property owners face higher tax burdens due to the 9.8% rate increase over the no-new-revenue baseline.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council — September 10, 2026
The city adopted a $684.1 million budget and a property tax rate of 42.3 cents, a 9.8% increase over the no-new-revenue rate, costing the median homeowner an extra $140 this year. A resident presented alternative revenue ideas, suggesting reductions in commercial Chapter 380 tax rebates and tiered commercial water rates to protect homeowners.
City Council — August 27, 2026
The city is moving forward with a $684.1 million budget and a tax rate increase to 42.3 cents per $100 valuation, funding public safety staffing and voter-approved bond projects. The typical homeowner will see about an $11.64 monthly increase on their property tax bill.
City budget discussions kick off in Round Rock for FY 2026-27
City budget discussions kick off in Round Rock for FY 2026-27 communityimpact.com
Transportation and Economic Development Corporation — July 23, 2026
The corporation reviewed its third-quarter financial standing and approved both the annual operating budget and a five-year allocation plan to guide future economic development and transportation projects.
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