Ashley McGowen

The Callahan County Adopted Budget includes discussions and decisions related to property tax rates, effective tax rates, rollback tax rates, and debt rates. The budget outlines the income and expenses for the General Fund, including property taxes, fees of offices, other revenues, fines of office, and interest. It also covers restricted accounts such as the Historical Commission and Courthouse Security, as well as various expenses for county departments like the County Judge, County Clerk, and Sheriff's Department. Additionally, the budget details the Road & Bridge Fund, including income sources like current taxes and motor vehicle registration, and expenses such as salaries, road materials, and equipment.

The Callahan County Adopted Budget for October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, was reviewed. The budget will raise $760,998 more revenue from property taxes than last year's budget, which is a 6.99% increase. The taxes assessed for debt service will be $5,468 less than last year's budget. The property tax revenue budgeted to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year is $631,433. Key discussion points included ad valorem tax, fines and fees, state fees, restricted revenue, interest earnings, grant proceeds, and other revenues.