County’s tax rate and budget, with possible grant help, discussed

The Fayette County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on Thursday, Aug. 3 to continue budget discussions.

Fayette County Appraisal District Chief Appraiser Richard Moring presented the following 2023 tax rates:

• “No New Revenue Rate” – $0.39353 per $100 of valuation, which would be five cents above the rate adopted last year; and

• “Voter Approval Rate” (the highest that can be set without a…