David Blassingame The Denton Independent School Board voted to increase the taxes on your home by 5 cents. The total amount would add $26 million to the Maintenance and Operating funds of the board. The increase is not for the construction of new buildings. It will be used for teacher salaries, additional support staff, and…
Tag: Taxes
Generals, September 2025
From the Office of the County Commissioner: Denton County Proposes to Lower Tax Rate, Even as Growth Continues!
Dianne Edmondson The new fiscal year is almost here in Denton County, beginning Oct. 1 through Sept. 30, 2026. As in years past, we continue to work to lower tax rates while dealing with continued growth. The certified tax roll from the Denton Central Appraisal District shows that Denton County has a net certified taxable…
Generals, May 2025
From the Office of the County Commissioner: Taxes and Roads and Jobs—Oh My! Important Updates Coming Soon!
Commissioner Dianne Edmondson I have really enjoyed presenting Road updates here at the Ranch, and from the number of residents who attend in person or via live streaming, I think you all enjoy getting the information. We will be presenting Road updates again sometime in the fall. And I will have another interesting presentation for…
Generals, September 2024
From the Office of the County Commissioner: It’s Almost Time for Our Tax Statements to Begin Arriving! And Lower Tax Rates Also Are on Their Way!
Dianne Edmondson It’s almost time for a new fiscal year to begin in Denton County, Oct. 1 through Sept. 30. And this year should be an easier year for the county and its taxpayers, as there have been many improvements in the process over the last couple of years, and we are thankful for that…
Features, April 2024
Dollars & Sense: Tax Time Ahead: Proactive Steps for Future Tax Increases
Chris Robinson As tax season 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to look ahead and prepare for potential tax increases looming on the horizon. Provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) are set to expire by the end of 2025, meaning tax rates could rise in 2026. Here’s what you need…