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Leon Valley adopts FY2025–26 budget and 0.54 tax rate to fund three firefighters; vote 4–1
Summary
Council adopted the fiscal 2025–26 budget and a 0.54 tax rate in a 4–1 vote to fund three additional firefighters and modest personnel adjustments; public comment highlighted concerns for seniors and fixed‑income households.
After a lengthy public hearing and debate, the Leon Valley City Council on Sept. 16 adopted the fiscal 2025–26 budget and associated tax rate that the council framed as necessary to address public‑safety staffing shortfalls.
Mayor Chris Riley outlined recent budget work and options, saying earlier estimates ranged and that council direction led staff to present budgets tied to different rates. "At the 0.54 you are…
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