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Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson
Mayor’s race shaping up to be Watson vs. three other liberals
"...companies trying to deprive cash-strapped public school districts from tax revenues through incentive agreements (in 2022, Central Texas Interfaith..."

June 21, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...to the “bee bill,” which in 2012 created a tax break that incentivized landowners to start beekeeping. The Texas..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature

Save Our Springs Sues City Over Statesman Site Redevelopment
They claim city violated procedural rules and affordability requirements
"...PUD can’t fund it with $354 million in property taxes from a newly created South Central Waterfront Tax Increment..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

How Much Will Rent Increase if Voters Approve Austin ISD Property Tax Boost?
Most renters can expect less than $35 change in monthly rent
"...Austin school leaders ask voters to approve a property tax increase in the November election, and if voters do..."

May 31, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...Diaper Bank distributes more than 30,000 period products to low-income families in the area every month. In observance of..."

May 24, 2024 News Feature

Rebuilding HOME
"...place extraordinary burdens on public infrastructure and services that taxpayers will have to pay for, with increased risks to..."

May 13, 2024 Postmarks

Hold Your Trojan Horses
"...for developers means easier profits for them and greater tax revenues for the city. But deregulation also drives out..."

May 11, 2024 Postmarks

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...Tax Time, Baby: The IRS launched a new, free Direct..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

How Much You Need to Make to Buy a House in Austin
In 2024, we’ve got lower prices, higher monthly payments
"...few years ago, it was next to impossible for middle-income, first-time homebuyers to purchase a home. While interest rates..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...Register Rapidly, Please!: Monday, Feb. 5, is the last..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature

How Driving Somebody From One Texas City to Another Can Turn Into a Prison Sentence
Rides from hell, thanks to Texas’ immigration law
"...Attorneys told us that is the scenario that many low-income young men of color are facing in Austin, San..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

Parking Perspectives Proliferate
"...no, removing parking minimums will not leave suburban and moderate-income areas out to dry. No one's taking parking away,..."

Jan. 24, 2024 Postmarks

With Six Seats Up in the Air, City Council Could Look Very Different Next Year
Ready to rumble?
"...recent no vote on Council's HOME (Home Options for Middle-Income Empowerment) initiative. "We have had massive population inflow and..."

Jan. 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Free Week Announces January 2024 Lineup, and More Music News
Power Trip reunited at Mohawk; Sonic Guild divvied grants at ACL Live
"...Ulsh joined the artists to play “Soul Sacrifice,” “Executioner’s Tax (Swing of the Axe),” “Hornet’s Nest,” “Manifest Decimation,” and..."

Dec. 7, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

As Council Works to Improve Affordability With HOME, How Will Displacement Factor In?
Research shows small lots boost affordability though concerns linger
"...by Council Member Leslie Pool, the Home Options for Middle-Income Empowerment (HOME) ordinance, which Council will amend and approve..."

Dec. 6, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Preschool Funding Loophole has Tax Dollars Going to Religious Schools. Who Benefits?
Private school partnerships boost district enrollment
"...focuses on lost revenue to public schools, concerns about taxpayer money funding religious education also play a significant role...."

Oct. 27, 2023 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

Chronicle Endorsements for the November 7 Election
Looking for guidance on the ballot's constitutional amendments and county propositions? We got you.
"...Ranch Freedom Alliance have come out against. 2) Property Tax Exemption for Child Care Centers: Yes..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature

Central Health Budget Suggests Waning Trust in Ascension
The budget adds money for direct services
"...health care district, has for years funneled millions of taxpayer dollars toward nonprofit hospital chain Ascension, which in turn..."

Sept. 11, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

City Council Approves $5.5 Billion Budget
Where’s the money going?
"...services like public safety, libraries, and parks. The overall tax rate approved by Council is 1.69 cents less than..."

Aug. 17, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

It’s Expensive to Build in Austin, and Regulations Are Adding Cost
Red tape raises rent
"...offered to developers in the form of bond dollars, tax breaks, or fee waivers, and they could also influence..."

Aug. 4, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Point Austin: On the Border and Elsewhere, Gov. Abbott Suffers the Little Children
Best governor in the nation? Depends on who you ask.
"...from the bedrock trickle-down principle, “If you cut the taxes of billionaires … you will be handsomely rewarded by..."

July 21, 2023 News Post by Michael King

Greg Abbott Wants to End Property Taxes; Dan Patrick Won't Agree
This is getting old
"...to pursue his ridiculous goal of "eliminating a property tax in Texas." Abbott announced a second special session on..."

June 30, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

How a Small Town Has Fared as a Microchip Factory Brings in Billions
Has Taylor, TX, become Boomtown, TX?
"...is expected to double to 40,000. The school district tax base is expected to increase seventeenfold...."

April 28, 2023 News Feature by Abe Asher

Public Notice: Bashing Austin Policy
From the Capitol to the Waterfront, via Wall Street
"...Commission and City Council – primarily that the property tax benefits being granted inside the district are illegal, under..."

April 28, 2023 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Will a Tax Credit Make Life Better or Harder for Texas Filmmakers?
Advocates worry plan would increase production but hurt local talent
"...present voted to send a massive film and TV tax credit bill to the House. But sources close to..."

April 18, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Help the Houseless
"...less expensive one bedroom and possible going according to income as some apartments were designated for this. I did..."

March 22, 2023 Postmarks

Opinion: More Trains, Buses, and Housing Options Mean a More Affordable Austin for All
Transit Forward's executive director explains why Project Connect is vital to Austin's future
"...least afford it. Households in the lowest fifth of income categories face a larger cost burden, spending 26.9% of..."

March 3, 2023 Column by Bill McCamley

Central Health, Ascension Take Each Other to Court
Each claims the other is breaching their contract
"...Central Health, Travis County's tax-supported local health care district, announced Tuesday morning that it's..."

Jan. 27, 2023 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow
Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future
"...challenges and the fiercest commitment to its working-class and lower-income residents...."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Poor Landlords
"...of increased rent is the never-ending increase in property taxes for all property owners, including landlords. How can an..."

Sept. 13, 2022 Postmarks

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