EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso homeowners will see higher property tax bills this fall, even as some local governments voted to lower their tax rates.

The City of El Paso approved a property tax rate of about 76 cents per $100 of value. While the rate is slightly lower than last year, city officials say rising home values mean the average homeowner will still pay about $83 more a year, or about $7 more each month in city taxes.

“The majority of the community told us their top priorities were first responders, police and fire, followed by streets and maintenance,” Laura Cruz-Acosta, spokesperson for the City of El Paso, said. “And then, of course, our quality of life amenities, particularly with the parks department. That’s where we’ve seen the majority of the community tell us they want

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