Summary
The council debated how much to let the FY27 tax levy grow. Median homeowner taxes rose 14% ($834) last year, and councilors split between studying a flat budget and accepting 4-6% increases. The city manager warned departments are already exceeding a 5% target.
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Last discussed Jan 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
A flat budget would force significant across-the-board cuts, while even 4% means roughly $9-10M more in property taxes.
A lower levy helps homeowners and small businesses facing rising tax bills.
Deep cuts would hit programs and services — the mayor and others flagged HHS and shelter operations as first in line for scrutiny.
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