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💰 Where does your tax money actually go? And what does “No New Revenue Rate” really mean?

City budgets can be complicated but they directly impact your wallet and your community.

On this episode of the Talk of the Town Podcast, we break down how the City of Pearland’s budget comes together, what drives spending, and how Strategic Priorities help shape the decisions made each year.

We’ll take a closer look at everything from Police and Fire to self-funded operations like Community Development and Visit Pearland, while breaking down property taxes, sales taxes, debt, M&O, and more.

Most importantly, we’ll explain how all of these pieces fit together and where your tax dollars go.

🎙️ Grab a drink, sit back, and join the conversation.

▶️ Watch the episode and learn how your city’s budget really works.

FY27 Proposed Budget (https://www.pearlandtx.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/36759/639215418576370000)

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On this episode of the Talk of the Town Podcast, we take a closer look at recent incidents involving mayors and elected officials across the Houston region. From Arcola to Lamarque and Freeport, we examine a series of high-profile cases involving allegations ranging from indecent exposure and assault to fraud—and discuss what these incidents mean for the communities these officials were elected to serve.

We also dive into another important and often misunderstood topic: recall elections. What exactly is a recall election? How does the process work? And what circumstances can lead to one?

There’s a lot to unpack in this episode—and honestly, more stories than we could fit into one conversation.

Join us for another thought-provoking episode of the Talk of the Town Podcast. Be sure to like, follow, and share—and let us know if you think these topics deserve a deeper dive in a future episode.

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On today’s episode of the Talk of the Town Podcast, we sit down with Angleton Mayor John Wright to take a closer look at the challenges, opportunities, and future of one of Brazoria County’s most important communities.

Located in the heart of Brazoria County and serving as the county seat, Angleton has a rich history dating back to its incorporation in 1912. Today, with a population of approximately 21,600, the city continues to grow while facing many of the same challenges confronting communities across Texas.

One issue stands out above the rest: water.

From aging infrastructure and increasing demands to the significant financial decisions required to maintain and expand water service, cities are being forced to make difficult choices that could shape their budgets for years to come.

So, what is Angleton doing to address its water needs? What will these decisions mean for residents? And how could water infrastructure impact the city’s financial future?

Tune in to hear Mayor John Wright’s perspective on these important issues and what may be ahead for the City of Angleton.

We hope you enjoy today’s episode and be sure to join us next week as we wrap up our series featuring local mayors from across the region.