The City of Houston could soon begin charging residents a new monthly fee tied to solid waste services, something city leaders say has never been done before.

The Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association and City Controller Chris Hollins are at odds over a projected $72 million increase in overtime costs for the city's emergency services, with Hollins advocating for audits to address the budget deficit.

Houston is offering voluntary buyouts to retirement-eligible employees to tackle budget challenges while avoiding layoffs.