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El Paso is shrinking faster than any other city in Texas, and that’s a big deal for our local budget and city services. With fewer people paying into the system, we might see cuts to the projects and amenities we rely on every day.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 4 the 60 before.
Less tax money coming in means the city has a smaller budget to fix roads, fund parks, and keep services running smoothly.
It’s hard to find a silver lining, but less crowding might mean shorter lines at city offices or less traffic on the daily commute.
Local businesses and taxpayers will likely feel the pinch as the city struggles to maintain the same level of service with fewer people footing the bill.
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