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Fiscal Court advances occupational tax increase and FY25/26 budget on first reading
Summary
On first reading the court approved changes to the Planning & Zoning fee schedule, a proposed occupational tax increase from 1.00% to 1.25% (effective Jan. 1, 2026), and the FY25/26 budget; the county noted the coroner had outstanding material and the City of Franklin expects to cover half the cost for three new firefighters.
Simpson County Fiscal Court approved first readings of three ordinances affecting local fees, taxation and the county budget.
The court approved Ordinance No. 910.5, which restates the Planning & Zoning permit and inspection rate schedule and raises minimum fees for industrial and commercial permits while allowing for reinspection fees. The measure passed first…
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