On Sept. 18 , the San Antonio City Council voted unanimously to approve a $4.04 billion total budget for fiscal year 2025-26, representing a 2.2% increase from FY 2024-25.
The overview
On top of approving the FY 2025-26 budget, City Council also set the tax rate; approved an ordinance, which carried forward center FY 2024-25 funds; amended prior appropriations and appropriated funds for requirements in city projects and departments; amended existing fees within the general fund and certain restricted funds; and approved projects in a six-year capital improvements program. Budget explained Key investments within budget include:
$423,000 for low barrier homeless shelter construction
$17 million for sidewalks
$2 million for street lights
$122.4 million for street maintenance/r