Hallsville, TX — Increased property values combined with anticipated higher sales tax revenue is behind a tax rate decrease that Hallsville city officials will propose tonight.

The City Council also will consider the city’s proposed 2012-13 budget and police-related issues during a 5:30 workshop session at City Hall, 115 W. Main St.

To fund the new fiscal year budget, city officials are proposing a .2778 cent tax rate, which is less than last year’s .306 cent tax rate. 

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