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Sep 22, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Annual Budget
The adopted annual budget for the City of Wharton for the fiscal year 2025-2026 focuses on maintaining existing service levels and implementing budget requests and priorities identified during the budget process. Key initiatives include flood reduction through the construction of the Phase I levee project, upgrades to State Highway 59 into Interstate 69, and the construction of sidewalks throughout the City. The budget also addresses infrastructure improvements to the utility department, street department, and the municipal airport. The financial outlook for the City remains steady, with building permits and sales tax revenue expected to increase. Revenues and appropriations are detailed across various funds, including the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Enterprise Funds.
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Emergency Services District #3 Notice of Meeting to Vote on Tax Rate
The governing body of Emergency Services District #3 proposed a tax rate of $0.08197 per $100 valuation. The notice explains the no-new-revenue tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate, clarifying that the proposed rate is not greater than either, meaning no property tax increase is proposed for the 2025 tax year. The document encourages public attendance and provides contact information for expressing support or opposition. It also includes a comparison of taxes imposed on the average residence homestead between 2024 and 2025, along with contact information for tax calculation assistance.
Aug 22, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City of Wharton Annual Budget
The proposed budget maintains existing service levels and implements budget requests and priorities identified during the budget process with the City Council. The most important initiative is to provide and improve flood reduction in the City. The budget includes funding for street or drainage improvements for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The proposed budget includes 114 full- time positions for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Aug 8, 2024·BoardMeeting
Board
Wharton County Emergency Services District ( Esd) No. 3 Regular Meeting
The board discussed the City of Wharton's financial report for ESD No. 3 and the EMS Department, as well as the ESD No. 3 Funds Investment Report. They reviewed the City of Wharton Emergency Medical Services Report and considered expenditures. Updates were provided on the Central Appraisal District Process and the appraisal values of the ESD No. 3 District. The board discussed the District 2025 tax rate and the proposed City of Wharton EMS Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 service agreement. They also reviewed and considered the proposed ESD No. 3 District 2025 Budget. The board approved the District 2025 tax rate as the Voter Approval Rate. Additionally, they reviewed and considered a resolution approving the Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool for Cyber Liability and Data Breach Response. The district's website status and Financial Audit Services for the period ending September 30, 2023, were also reviewed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
