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FY 2027 Budget and Tax Rate

The city set its property tax rate at $0.682933 per $100 valuation, balancing the general operating fund and debt service requirements while staying under the state's no-new-revenue threshold.

29 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Sep 29, 2026

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Reinvestment Zone Tax Abatement Policy Adoption

The city is overhauling its tax abatement guidelines to ensure industrial companies receiving tax breaks hire local workers, utilize local contractors, and participate in registered apprenticeship programs.

11 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Sep 22, 2026