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Council holds first reading of 2026 property‑tax ordinance; debate centers on 1% increase
Summary
City staff presented Ordinance 210825 (2026 property tax) at first reading. Staff recommended taking the 1% levy increase allowed under state law; staff estimated the increase would add about $14 annually to a $532,000 home. Councilmembers were divided and a public hearing/second read is scheduled for Nov. 12.
Sedro‑Woolley — City staff presented the first reading of Ordinance 210825 (2026 property tax) at the Nov. 5 study session and walked council through how the levy is calculated, the projected new‑construction addition and the budgetary effects of a 1% increase.
Kelly (city staff) explained the mechanics: the council sets the budgeted levy (the total dollars collected), which is then divided by total assessed value to determine a levy rate. Kelly said the county…
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