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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget & Millage Rate

The city finalized its $237.2 million budget and 4.6761 mill tax rate, keeping increases minimal while balancing reserve targets and ongoing infrastructure needs.

14 mentionsLast discussed Sep 16, 2026

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Upcoming Property Tax Reform and Budget Pressures

City attorney Cliff Shepard warned the council about a proposed state constitutional amendment that could phase out property taxes on homesteaded homes under a million dollars by 2037, potentially devastating municipal budgets.

7 mentionsLast discussed Aug 24, 2026