County approves proposed tax rate of 46 cents

Burleson County Commissioners are proposing a 46-cent property tax rate for 2024-25, down from 48 cents last year, but allowing more revenue due to higher property valuations.

The commissioners approved that proposed rate at their Monday, Aug. 12, meeting, but formal approval is needed on Sept. 9 following a public hearing.

The proposed rate is higher than the No New Revenue Rate of 40.05 cents, the…