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Councilors press for budget review and possible caps as taxes rise; staff warn many costs are fixed
Summary
Councilors and staff agreed the city faces budget pressures driven by fixed costs (pensions, health insurance) and discussed forming an ad hoc committee to find cuts and 'quick wins.' Staff cautioned that many costs are fixed and that DOR-certified values will determine the final picture.
Councilors, residents and staff used the tax-classification meeting to surface broader budget concerns and options for slowing property-tax growth. Several councilors said the city’s budget has grown substantially in recent years and urged a dedicated review; the council president said he will form an ad hoc…
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