San Antonio Proposes Over 140 Fee Increases for FY2027 Budget

San Antonio, TX, August 18, 2026 —

San Antonio city officials are proposing a significant overhaul of fees for numerous public services as part of the upcoming Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The plan includes over 140 proposed fee increases affecting a wide range of services, from essential utilities like trash collection to public safety and transportation options such as ambulance rides and parking.

The primary objective behind these proposed adjustments is to bolster city finances. According to the proposal, these fee hikes are projected to generate close to $99 million in revenue over a two-year period. A substantial portion of this revenue, exceeding $30 million, is earmarked for allocation to the city’s general fund. This influx of funds is intended to help address a projected budget deficit, the details of which were not further specified in the provided summary.

The services facing potential fee increases are diverse, reflecting a broad scope of municipal operations. These include, but are not limited to:

• Trash collection fees
• Parking rates
• Ambulance service charges

The full extent of the services affected by these 140-plus proposed increases was not detailed in the summary. The proposed changes are part of the city’s comprehensive Fiscal Year 2027 budget process, which typically involves extensive review and public input before final adoption.

The fiscal year for which these changes are being considered begins in FY2027. The projected revenue of nearly $99 million is anticipated to be generated over a two-year timeframe. The allocation of over $30 million to the general fund highlights the city’s strategy to use fee adjustments as a key mechanism for balancing its budget and managing financial shortfalls.

Further details regarding the specific amounts of each proposed fee increase, the exact timeline for implementation, and the complete list of affected services are expected to be made public as the budget process moves forward.

Story summarized from the original created by Garrett Brnger, Luis Cienfuegos on www.ksat.com, see more information here.