Where your Waco property tax dollars actually go: A breakdown of city spending

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — For the past couple of weeks, we've been talking about Waco's city budget — but what are they doing with your money? 25 News reporter Dominique Leh is breaking down how your tax dollars directly impact the city.

Police and fire services consume the largest share — 41% of the average $1,500 annual property tax bill ($621.79) goes toward public safety services

Debt payments are the second biggest expense — 23% ($340) of property taxes go toward paying down the city's existing debt obligations.

The remaining third covers everything else — Streets, housing, public works, administrative departments, economic development, and recreational activities like the Cameron Park Zoo split the final portion.

Residents generally approve of the allocation — Most neighbors int