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Topics getting the most attention in Baytown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
TIRZ Number Two Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
The board adopted the next fiscal year budget for Zone 1, which primarily dedicates funds to debt service for projects like San Jacinto Boulevard and future detention ponds, while keeping reserves strong.
FY 2026-2027 CCPD Proposed Budget & Police Technology Funding
The board reviewed and approved a balanced $2.8 million budget for crime control and prevention initiatives for the upcoming fiscal year.
CDBG Grant Funding for 2026-2027 Program Year
The advisory committee had to carefully split nearly $1 million in federal grant money among local nonprofits, public transit, and housing repairs. Because of strict federal spending caps, members had to make tough cuts to programs helping the homeless, children, and seniors.