City officials are considering a sharp property tax increase to cover a proposed $5 million loan for street work, new smart water meters, and long-delayed water system connections. The tax rate would jump nearly 70% from last year, doubling the city’s property tax collections.
If approved, the average homeowner’s bill would rise about 50%, from roughly $500 to $750 annually. Utility rates are also set to climb, including water, sewer, trash, and a new monthly surcharge tied to state-funded infrastructure projects.
Public hearings on the budget and tax rate are scheduled for Sept. 16 and Sept. 23 at City Hall.
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