Local Business Tax Receipt Overhaul
Summary
Business license fees are going up 5% — most categories just a few dollars a year, raising about $125,000 total. Passed 4-3 over objections that the city shouldn't pinch businesses and landlords in a high-cost economy.
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Raises about $125,000 a year from businesses, with an average increase of $14.06 per license category.
The city's general fund gains modest revenue to support services.
Businesses and landlords pay slightly higher annual fees, including owners of rental property categorized as businesses.
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