6 billion. Part of this funding is set aside for restructuring the 911 dispatch system. This change has caused tension between the community and some council members.
The main concern is how the restructuring will affect response times. Further details about the budget and the planned changes to the 911 dispatch system are available from local news sources, including KXAN.
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