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Minot Council opposes proposed state caps on local levies; directs staff to draft letter
Summary
The Minot City Council voted 6'to— to oppose proposed statewide caps on local budgets/property tax growth and instructed staff to draft a letter for council signature explaining the city's position.
The Minot City Council adopted a formal position Tuesday against proposed state-imposed caps on local levies and budgets, voting 6'to— to oppose measures that would limit local levy growth and to direct city staff to draft a letter outlining the council's concerns for the legislature.
Alderman Scott moved the motion and it was seconded for discussion by Alderman Paul. The council vote recorded a 6'to— majority in favor; Alderman Lisa Olsen opposed the action.
Proponents of the motion described the caps as a restriction on local…
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