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Commission keeps DDA millage at adopted level after public testimony; debate over reduced millage request

5766496 · September 16, 2025
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Summary

The Downtown Development Authority requested a 1-mill rate; several business leaders and residents spoke in favor. The commission ultimately approved the Downtown Development Authority taxing district millage consistent with staff recommendation, after a short debate and a failed motion to modestly reduce the millage rate.

The commission held the second public hearing on the Downtown Development Authority’s fiscal year taxing district rate Sept. 15 after public testimony from downtown business leaders and residents urging continued funding.

Presentation and public comments: DDA Executive Director Laura Simon presented the DDA budget request and the…

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