# Bastrop City Council - September 15, 2026

The Bastrop City Council held a special meeting on September 15, 2026, primarily focused on budget adoption and tax rate setting for the fiscal year 2026-2027. The council unanimously approved the fiscal year budget, which included no increase in the property tax rate, providing an average relief of approximately $36.35 per resident annually. The budget discussion highlighted various funds including the general fund, special revenue funds, and capital projects, with specific mentions of infrastructure projects such as drainage engineering studies and power and light system improvements. The council also approved the tax rate ordinance, setting the maintenance and operation tax rate and the debt service tax rate as part of the overall no new revenue tax rate. Additionally, the council authorized the city manager to execute an economic development agreement with Pearl River developer Cindereo following a closed executive session. Public comments were largely focused on opposition to the Blake and Lane extension through Jessica Place, with a follow-up special meeting scheduled to discuss this issue further.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Bastrop City Council - September 15, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nIqJ_b_v84) - Bastrop TX Network