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2 issues in taxes budget with high priority

HighTaxes Budget

2027 General Fund Budget

The draft general fund is $9.19 million, up 2.64%, with a total levy of $7.04 million held at a 5.0 equalized mill rate. Assessments rose ~10% this year, so a typical home will see a modest tax bill increase even though the rate is flat.

2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Nov 5, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

Two-year capital budget and ad hoc CIP committee

The city will keep its annual operating budget but plan and borrow for capital projects on a two-year cycle starting in 2027, letting it complete bigger projects in one borrowing.

5 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 22, 2026