Atascosa County is gearing up for a series of important public hearings and meetings that will shape the financial and environmental landscape of the region in the coming year. The Atascosa County Commissioners Court has announced public hearings to discuss the proposed 2027 budget, salaries, and tax rate, which will see a notable increase, according to a public notice from the county.
Public Hearings on Proposed 2027 Budget
The Atascosa County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on September 8 and September 14, 2026, at the Atascosa County Courthouse in Jourdanton to discuss the proposed budget, salaries, and tax rate for the fiscal year 2027. These hearings are open to the public, and all citizens are encouraged to attend and participate. The proposed tax rate for 2026 is set at $0.565516, which exceeds the No New Revenue Tax Rate of $0.515555 but remains within the Voter Approval Tax Rate of $0.565516.
This proposed budget is expected to raise more total property taxes than last year by $3,541,872.26, marking a 10.509049% increase from the previous year. Of this amount, $804,627.46 is anticipated to come from new property added to the tax roll this year. The budget, salaries, and tax rate proposals are available for public inspection at the County Clerk's office and on the Atascosa County website.
Water Conservation Meeting Scheduled
In addition to budget discussions, Atascosa County will host a public information meeting in collaboration with the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District. Scheduled for September 10, 2026, at the Atascosa County Justice Center, this meeting aims to address water conservation issues and provide a platform for public questions and answers. According to county public notices, the meeting will feature presentations from key figures in the water conservation district, including Amanda Wheeler and Wes Shahan, directors for Atascosa County.
County Judge Weldon P. Cude will preside over the meeting, which will include a presentation by Aarin Teague, General Manager of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District. The meeting is purely informational, with no official actions to be taken. Residents unable to attend can submit questions in advance online, which will be addressed during the meeting. The event will also be streamed live on the Atascosa County YouTube channel.
These upcoming events underscore the county's commitment to fiscal transparency and environmental stewardship, providing residents with opportunities to engage in discussions that will impact the community's future.