State funding shortfall and local control
Summary
Mayor Mason said state aid to Racine fell more than $300 million short of inflation over two decades, pushing costs onto property taxpayers. He also criticized the state for passing over a hundred laws stripping cities' authority on issues from minimum wage to rental inspections.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The state shortfall is estimated at over $300 million over two decades, contributing to higher property tax bills.
Better state funding and restored local control would benefit every city taxpayer and service user.
Property taxpayers currently absorb service costs the state doesn't fund.
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