Austin Voters Face Parks Bond Tax Boost | Austin News

Austin voters face a pivotal November ballot: a $295 million bond to overhaul parks and recreation, just as a new budget hikes taxes. Two-thirds of the funds will upgrade parks and rec centers after an eight-year gap in major investments. If approved, residents could pay $50 more annually for 20 years — adding up to $400 more yearly with the new budget. Supporters praise green space investment as vital to Austin’s charm, while critics warn it’s another blow to already strained wallets amid rising costs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e74bfb5a9ee12ce