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Takoma Park council expands homeowner property tax credit
Summary
The Takoma Park City Council approved on second reading an ordinance expanding the homeowner property tax credit program, with council members commending long-term advocacy that led to the change and urging staff to publicize eligibility to potential beneficiaries.
The Takoma Park City Council voted in favor of a second‑reading ordinance to expand the city’s homeowner property tax credit program, approving the measure unanimously at the Feb. 18 meeting. Council member Dibala moved the ordinance, with Council member Schlegel seconding. The clerk recorded votes in favor by Council members Landman, Dibala, Schlegel, Gilbert, Hansack, Wesselak and Mayor Talisha Searcy.
Supporters at the dais hailed the passage as the culmination of years of work. Mayor Talisha Searcy and several council members thanked Dibala for persistent advocacy and urged staff, including Director McNally, to communicate the change widely so residents who newly qualify will be aware.
The ordinance amends the Takoma Park code to broaden eligibility for the homeowner property tax credit; staff did not provide additional implementation details at the meeting and directed residents to forthcoming guidance from the city manager’s office about enrollment and outreach. Council members pressed staff to ensure outreach reaches residents who may be newly eligible and on the edge of qualifying.
The ordinance will take effect in accordance with the city’s standard ordinance adoption procedures; staff will return with any administrative details needed to implement the change.
