KILLEEN, Texas (Oct. 4, 2024) – The fiscal year (FY) 2025 budget approved by City Council on Sept. 3 includes several fee changes that took effect on Oct. 1, 2024. As part of the newly-adopted budget, multiple City departments have adjusted their fees, primarily affecting premium services. Some departments have introduced new fees, while others have increased existing ones to better align with service costs and demands. The FY 25 budget is $315 million and $272 million reflects the core budget, excluding interfund activities.
In the Aviation Department, the T-Hangars Rental (ILE) fees have increased from $150 to $185, and from $185 to $205 based on the unit number. Other adjustments include increases in various tenant sundry charges, with lightbulb replacements now at $20 and fees for damaged or destroyed badges related to fingerprinting is increased to $54 from $50
The Community Development department has implemented an increase in the rental rate for the performing arts auditorium at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center, rising from $350 to $400 for Monday - Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm. Furthermore, new fees have been introduced at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center for stage rentals and other equipment services to enhance event accommodations.
For the Development Services department, the Residential New and Additions fee for single-family, duplex and townhouse projects has risen from $0.21 per square foot to $0.24 per square foot. In addition to this change, the Code Enforcement Abatement Restitution Administrative Fee has increased from $120 to $150. Other adjustments include increases in mobile home park licenses and various miscellaneous fees to support the costs associated with essential inspections and services.
In the Fire Department, the Ambulance Fees - Base Advanced Life Support 1 Inside City Limits has increased from $800 to $885. Additional fee adjustments include increased base rates for ambulance services and new charges for motor vehicle incidents, starting at $567 for Level 1.
For the Legal department, a new $65 fee for parade permits has been introduced. Additionally, new fees have been established for an amusement permit at $150 and an assembly permit at $55.
In the Parks & Recreation department, the two-hour rental fee for Long Branch Pool has increased from $100 to $125. Additional notable increases include ballroom rental fees at Lions Club Park and adjustments to pass holder fees at Stonetree Golf Course.
The premium service for residential bulk item pickup service fee in the Public Works (Solid Waste) department has increased from $23 to $45, representing a $22 rise. Additionally, new fees have been introduced, including $75 for same-day commercial extra pickups, $20 for non-resident/commercial mattress drop-offs at the Transfer Station, and $100 for overloaded commercial containers
The 2025 fiscal year runs from Oct. 1, 2024 – Sept. 30, 2025. The budget continues to focus on the goals of the Killeen 2040 Plan (formerly the 2022 Comprehensive Plan), as well as City Council’s priorities and strategic items to meet service demands and Capital Improvement Projects. The majority of Killeen residents will not be impacted by the fee changes, as many occur in premium services.
For a complete adopted fee schedule, including all fees with changes, increases, and new fees, is available on the Finance webpage at www.KilleenTexas.gov/Finance. The proposed budget is also on that site, and the adopted budget will be posted in that location.