Kempner to maintain current tax rate under new budget

Before discussing the budget, Kempner City Council members were treated to a performance from the CTX Stars, a local cheer and dance group based in Kempner. City Manager Rebecca Ramos said the cheer team will have a role in providing entertainment at upcoming city events. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
Before discussing the budget, Kempner City Council members were treated to a performance from the CTX Stars, a local cheer and dance group based in Kempner. City Manager Rebecca Ramos said the cheer team will have a role in providing entertainment at upcoming city events. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Despite a 39% increase in proposed expenses for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the Kempner City Council is not seeking a tax rate hike.

Council members discussed the upcoming FY budget in a workshop during their July 8 meeting. Other than dealing with the items on the consent agenda, no action was taken.

In the council’s previous meeting on June 24, City Manager Rebecca Ramos and Police Chief Heriberto …