Denton, TX – Sept. 23, 2025 – At its meeting on September 16, the Denton City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and the associated schedule of fees for city services. The new fee schedule is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
The approved budget for Fiscal Year 2026 totals $2,551,258,133, encompassing the following key components:
- General Fund budget of $218,824,966
- Capital Improvement Program budget of $1,244,433,000
- 1,894 full-time equivalents (FTEs)
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.595420 per $100 valuation
The fee schedule, effective October 1, 2025, includes charges for various services, such as parks and recreation memberships, compost products, special events, and public safety-related services.
Denton City Manager Sara Hensley commented, “This budget successfully balances revenues and expenditures while ensuring the continued delivery of essential City services. It reflects our commitment to being responsible stewards of community resources while strategically investing in Denton’s future, enhancing quality of life, and fostering sustainable growth.”
For more details and to review the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, Capital Improvement Program, and fee schedule as presented to the City Council, visit the City of Denton Finance webpage. The full FY 2026 rate book will be available from October 1, 2025, with the complete adopted budget expected in December.