Arlington City Council approved a $750.7 million FY26 operating budget after public hearings and town halls. The plan includes a property-tax increase and fee adjustments to address a major budget shortfall while maintaining core city operations.
City leaders also approved spending reductions, including position cuts, which may affect some services. For Arlington and DFW business owners, this update signals likely shifts in local operating costs and municipal timelines that can affect permitting, planning, and compliance.
Source: City of Arlington
Source Link: https://www.arlingtontx.gov/News-Articles/2025/September/Arlington-City-Council-Approves-FY26-Budget-Property-Tax-Rate
Date: September 17, 2025