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Local leaders warn SB 180, property tax overhaul could undermine home rule and municipal services
Summary
City and county officials and civic groups told the delegation that SB 180 and proposed property-tax changes risk restricting local planning authority, creating lawsuits and forcing municipalities to reimagine basic services if revenues are cut.
Leaders across Indian River County used the delegation meeting to voice concern about SB 180 and proposed property-tax changes, arguing the measures could curtail local government authority and reduce revenue for essential municipal services.
John Tkinch, the county administrator, urged protection of home rule and asked the delegation to "protect the river from unfunded mandate and unreasonable preemptions," citing local frustration…
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