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Residents urge West Des Moines council not to cut property tax rate at public hearing
Summary
At a March 24 public hearing on the city—s proposed fiscal 2025-26 property tax rate, several West Des Moines residents asked the council to keep the rate unchanged to preserve services and amenities. The council closed the hearing and took no action at that time.
The West Des Moines City Council held a public hearing March 24 on the city—s proposed fiscal year 2025-26 property tax rate, where multiple residents urged the council not to cut the rate so the city can maintain current services.
Miranda Kurt, 31630 Eighth Street, told the council, “I am not in favor of decreasing our taxes. I would like them to stay where they are so that we can continue to get the same amenities and services that we are accustomed to.”
Sreejan Kareem, 122520 Eighth Street, said he supports keeping the rate steady unless the city can identify other revenue sources. Kareem said residents noticed faster snow clearance and other services on…
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