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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brown County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Community Wildfire Defense Grant Agreement Amendments
Brown County is using a $1.3 million federal/state grant to purchase brush-clearing and mulching equipment for Precincts 1 and 3 to help prevent wildfires. The purchases are 100% grant-reimbursed, meaning local taxpayers won't foot the bill.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget and Tax Rates
The county proposed an ad valorem tax rate of $0.51609 for the 2026 tax year and scheduled public hearings and adoption votes for September 2, 2026.
Rural Ambulance Funding
Brown County qualified for a $350,000 state grant to support rural ambulance services, which will help purchase and equip ambulances.
Municipal Revenue
Brownwood and Early are seeing a nice boost in sales tax cash, which means more money for city services. Meanwhile, Bangs is dealing with a slight dip, so they might have to tighten their belts when planning next year's budget.