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Resident tells council Roanoke already has one of Virginia’s highest property tax rates
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Summary
One speaker told the April 23 Roanoke City Council recess session that homeowners already pay among the state's highest real estate tax rates and questioned whether property owners were consulted about any increase; council scheduled budget adoption for May 11.
At a brief public hearing on the proposed real estate tax rate, Owen Maguire, the only speaker signed up, urged the council to consider the burden on homeowners and questioned the city's approach to additional local fees.
"Roanoke City has 1 of the highest tax rates in the state of Virginia already," Maguire said, adding that homeowners also pay stormwater, solid waste and runoff fees. He asked why homeowners are repeatedly asked to shoulder costs that he characterized as a result of city mismanagement.
No other speakers addressed the tax rate during the hearing. The chair closed the comment period; council members will consider the recommended budget and related measures, including the proposed real estate tax rate, at a May 11 meeting at 2 p.m.
