LA MARQUE, Texas (KTRK) -- Some residents are demanding greater transparency from city officials regarding the city of La Marque's financial issues.

Part of the plan to address the issue was a proposed property tax increase, but the state is advising the city to slow down because it may be illegal. Despite orders from the attorney general's office, city leaders are still moving forward with the increase.

"The more we're looking into it, the more we're wondering where a lot of this money went," Nick Roque said.

That's the question some in the area are asking leaders in the City of La Marque.

"We just want a sense of transparency and a true sense of leadership in where we're going," Brian Goetschius said.

In September, the city reported a serious financial situation, stating that its c

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