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Port Angeles council approves 1% increase to city levy for collection in 2026 after public hearing
Summary
After a two-hour public hearing with many residents urging no increase, the Port Angeles City Council adopted an ordinance and resolution authorizing a 1% increase in the city's regular property tax levy for collection in 2026; council discussion focused on levy mechanics and alternatives to taxation.
The Port Angeles City Council voted to adopt an ordinance levying regular ad valorem property taxes for collection in 2026 and a companion resolution authorizing the 1% increase permitted under state law.
Serena, a city finance staffer, said the levy can be increased only by 1% in its entirety under state law and gave an example to show the likely homeowner impact: “a home valued at $300,000 in 2025 would see an average increase of about $10.83 for the full year,”…
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