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Allamakee County opens public hearing on proposed FY27 maximum property tax levy; residents raise concerns about public safety, compensation and elderly relief
Summary
The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors opened and closed a public hearing March 23 on the proposed FY27 maximum property tax levy. Residents raised concerns about costs at the Public Safety Center, Compensation Board raises, differing impacts on rural versus city property owners and tax relief for elderly residents; county officials responded on equipment and purchasing practices.
The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors opened a public hearing March 23 on the proposed FY27 maximum property tax levy and heard a range of comments from residents and county officials.
Tom Clark, Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors, called the meeting to order and Supervisor Keatley moved — with Supervisor Byrnes seconding — to open the public hearing (Motion 26.109). The motion carried, with all members voting AYE.
During the public comment period, speakers focused on several budget pressures tied to the levy. Commenters cited expenses related to the county’s Public Safety Center and…
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