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City manager briefs Whitefish council on state bills affecting levies, resort tax and other city concerns

2986429 · February 3, 2025
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City Manager Dana told the council the city is tracking dozens of bills at the state legislature, including opposition to Senate Bill 146, planned support for House Bill 378, and concerns about Senate Bill 204 which would require periodic voter reapproval of permanent voted levies that fund fire services.

City Manager Dana updated the Whitefish City Council on state legislation the city is tracking and on which the city has taken or plans to take positions.

Dana said the city submitted comments opposing Senate Bill 146 and intends to provide supportive testimony for House Bill 378. The manager said several bills could affect local levy and bonding rules and that the city will continue monitoring and…

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