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Austin City Council Budget & Charter Amendments

Austin City Council Budget & Charter Amendments

Council debates $6.6B budget with property tax increase; members push to restore social service funding. Emergency services overtime overspending flagged. Up to 13 charter amendments for November ballot, including redistricting and recall thresholds. Save Austin Now adds competing amendment. Final votes expected soon.

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Updated Aug 7, 2026
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