Brownsville City Commission approves first reading of 2026-2027 budget
T he city of Brownsville’s budget for the upcoming year is getting a bump thanks to a steady tax rate and expanding property values. Commiss…
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CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR AUGUST 18, 2026, CITY COMMISSION MEETING
The Brownsville City Commission took action on several major initiatives during its August 18, meeting, advancing investments in public safe…