Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate – August 22, 2024

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 60 has proposed a new tax rate of $0.0759 per $100 valuation for the 2024 tax year, reflecting an increase from the previous year.

This proposed rate is higher than both the no-new-revenue tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate but remains within the de minimis rate limit.

A public hearing is scheduled for August 22, 2024, to discuss this increase and its implications for local taxpayers. The hearing will provide an opportunity for residents to express their opinions and learn more about how the changes could impact their property taxes. For more detailed information, please refer to the official notice.

Understanding 2024 Tax Rates: A Guide for Harris County Residents

Harris County residents should be aware of the 2024 property tax rates set by the Harris County Emergency Service District No. 60. The notice outlines two critical tax rates: the no-new-revenue tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate. The no-new-revenue tax rate is set at $0.0689 per $100 of property value, which aims to collect the same amount of taxes as the previous year from properties taxed in both years. In contrast, the voter-approval tax rate is $0.0723 per $100 of property value, which is the maximum rate that can be adopted without requiring an election. These rates are crucial for taxpayers to understand as they evaluate how the changes might impact their financial planning for the year.

Additionally, the following documents provide a detailed breakdown of the calculations and adjustments that contribute to these rates, including factors like the unused increment rate, de minimis rate, and adjustments for pollution control and emergency revenue​.

For those interested in the exact calculations and more detailed information, including the impact of these rates on specific funds and debt services, please refer to the full documents provided by the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector. You can access these documents and learn more about your property taxes by visiting Harris County Tax Office​.

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  • Have an evacuation plan ~ find alternate routes at DriveTexas.org
  • Emergency Alerts ~ ensure your device is enabled to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs)
  • Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit ~ learn how to build on at www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
  • Review your home insurance policy ~ have documents handy
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  • Fuel vehicle(s)
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  • Water ~ 1 gallon/person per day
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