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EPCC’s $8 million state funding loss could affect raises, property taxes
By Daniel Perez at El Paso Matters
· July 2, 2026
· 5 min read
The decision by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to not pay El Paso Community College – and its statewide peers – all the money the colleges earned through student performance outcomes could affect EPCC employees and El Paso homeowners.
The situation was discussed at a special Boa...
Key takeaway The situation was discussed at a special Board of Trustees meeting June 25 in the college’s Administrative Services Center.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The loss of $8 million in state funding for El Paso Community College will have a ripple effect on the local community, particularly when it comes to property taxes. With 94% of the college's income coming from property taxes, state appropriations, and tuition and fees, the college may be forced to raise the property tax rate to make up for the shortfall. This could result in an increase of $11.73 to $14 annually for the average homeowner, depending on the percentage increase. As the college considers its options, it's worth noting that EPCC is already the lowest taxing entity in a property owner's tax bill, which could soften the blow of a potential tax increase. Nevertheless, the impact on local homeowners and the college's employees, who may see their raises affected, will be closely watched in the coming months.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: El Paso Matters ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The decision by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to not pay El Paso Community College – and its statewide peers – all the money the colleges earned through student performance outcomes could affect EPCC employees and El Paso homeowners.
The situation was discussed at a special Boa...
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