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Lubbock-Cooper ISD signs off on increased tax rate triggering November election
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Chelsea Collinsworth , KCBD News
· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - It’s now up to voters in the Lubbock-Cooper school district to approve a new tax rate. The Lubbock-Cooper ISD board approved a new property tax rate of a little less than $1.20 per $100 valuation for homes in the district. The rate is more than the voter approval rate set ...
Key takeaway The Lubbock-Cooper ISD board approved a new property tax rate of a little less than $1.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The upcoming election on the proposed tax rate increase for Lubbock-Cooper ISD will have significant implications for local homeowners and the district's budget. With the district still facing a shortfall of nearly half a million dollars, the additional $3 million in maintenance and operations tax revenue would help bridge this gap. For homeowners, the proposed increase translates to an average annual hike of $144 in property tax payments. As voters consider this proposal, they will need to weigh the potential benefits of increased funding for the district against the added financial burden on their households. Given Lubbock-Cooper ISD's role in serving the local community, the outcome of this election will be closely watched, particularly in relation to the district's ability to meet its budgetary needs and provide quality education to its students. The November 3 election date will give voters time to consider the proposal and its potential impact.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - It’s now up to voters in the Lubbock-Cooper school district to approve a new tax rate. The Lubbock-Cooper ISD board approved a new property tax rate of a little less than $1.20 per $100 valuation for homes in the district. The rate is more than the voter approval rate set ...
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