Austin voters rejected the property tax increase
November 5, 2025
On November 5, 2025, 63.48% of Austin voters rejected Proposition Q, the proposed 5¢ property tax rate increase that would have added approximately $110 million in annual city revenue.
This decisive vote sends a clear message: Austinites demand fiscal responsibility and accountability from our city government. Before asking taxpayers for more money, the city must demonstrate it can efficiently manage the billions of dollars it already collects.
With Prop Q defeated, the city's property tax rate will remain at the voter-approval rate rather than increasing to $0.574017 per $100 valuation. This saves the average homeowner approximately $482 per year (based on a $500,000 home value).
City Council will need to adjust the budget to operate within existing revenue constraints. This is an opportunity to prioritize essential services, eliminate waste, and focus spending on what matters most to residents.
Victory at the ballot box is just the beginning. Now we must ensure this vote leads to real change in how our city operates.
We call on Austin City Council to commission an independent efficiency audit of city spending by a qualified outside firm. This audit should:
The city budget has grown 80% in the last decade while population increased only 10%. An independent audit will show us where every dollar goes and how we can deliver better services at lower cost.
Contact Us to Get InvolvedStay Informed: Follow this space for updates on the push for an independent efficiency audit and other accountability measures. The fight for fiscal responsibility in Austin continues.
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