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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rowlett public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY27 Budget Process and Founders Day
The city manager presented the $227 million proposed budget for FY2027, which keeps the property tax rate flat at $0.807891 while boosting investments in employee compensation and capital projects. The council also established a maximum tax rate ceiling of $0.867875 and scheduled a public hearing for September 15.
Pride event funding
Rowlett's Pride event is still a go, even though the city backed out of funding it. Organizers are pushing forward 'against the odds' to make it happen.