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Tax bills might increase on Galveston property value dip
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: By DAVID MERCADO The Daily News , as published by Galveston County Daily News
· September 1, 2026
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Key points The increase is set at 1 percent for non-public safety personnel. A budget of approximately $255 million has been approved.
A budget of approximately $255 million has been approved. This decision includes a salary increase for certain staff members to compensate for rising health insurance costs. The increase is set at 1 percent for non-public safety personnel.
A property tax rate is part of this budget plan. Further details about the approved budget can be found through the source.
The budget was approved by a narrow margin, with four votes in favor and three opposed.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: Galveston County Daily News ·
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