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County takes 1st steps in budget process for next fiscal year
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Dave Burge , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this development can be found through local news sources, including KTSM 9 News.
El Paso County officials have begun working on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. A key decision was made at a recent meeting. The voter-approval tax rate will serve as a budget limit.
This decision was made by the El Paso County Commissioners Court. Further information on this development can be found through local news sources, including KTSM 9 News. Details of the budget process are likely to be reported as they become available.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 4, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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