As inflation burns through your pockets, your local jurisdictions are coming for more of your money. Bonds and taxes are on the ballot this May and November, make sure you're aware and vote accordingly.
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Inflation Is Up And Bonds Are On The Ballot
As inflation burns through your pockets, your local jurisdictions are coming for more of your money. Bonds and taxes are on the ballot this May and November, make sure you’re aware and vote accordingly.
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Texas Towns Bloom in Unincorporated Areas
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Do You Know What Your School Districts Are Spending On?
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Financial State of Texas Cities
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Do You Live In One of Texas’ Fastest Growing Cities?
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Homeownership Out of Reach?
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Citizen-Led Initiative Can Change Local Government
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