SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Commissioners Court on Tuesday approved next year's budget, a $2.8 billion plan that accounts for upgraded flood prevention infrastructure, enhancements to various law enforcement initiatives and the ability for county animal control personnel to better respond to emergencies.

The county finalized the 2026 fiscal year budget without raising the property tax rate, officials said in a release. It remains at $0.299999 per $100 of taxable value.

Tuesday's vote was unanimous.

“We’ve placed a premium on public safety, whether through our commitment to emergency management, flood mitigation and core infrastructure programs, or the marked increases in sheriff and deputy constable positions," Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai said in a press release.

Specifically, th

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