ICYMI: In August, residents and City Council members will weigh in on the proposed budget, which covers public safety, housing and homelessness, and much more.
If everything goes according to City Manager T.C. Broadnax’s budget plans, Dallas could hire more police and firefighters, city employees could see a pay bump and senior citizens could see an increase in their property tax exemption in 2023–24.
City Council member Cara Mendelsohn said that property values in Dallas have increased dramatically this year, and reduced spending and lower tax rates are needed so residents won’t be overburdened and the city’s economy can continue to thrive. On public safety, Broadnax has budgeted to provide market-based compensation and step increases aligned with the meet and confer agreement for uniform employees. The meet and confer agreement is a contract between Dallas and its police officers and firefighters that’s meant to ensure the city has a competitive pay schedule that allows both departments to recruit and keep employees.
Johnson said that some people think Dallas needs to make tough choices this budget cycle: safer city or smoother streets, delivering services to all or further lowering the tax rate. On quality of life, the proposed budget seeks to expand library hours and staffing levels at 15 locations to six days a week of service. The budget would also create a short-term rental registration program and inspection team to ensure compliance and oversight of rental properties. Broadnax's budget includes $250,000 in added operational funding for Dallas Animal Services to support spay and neuter services and promote responsible pet ownership.
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