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Morris council adopts 2026 budget and a 3% tax levy
Summary
The Morris City Council approved a $15.85 million 2026 budget and a 3% tax levy on Dec. 9, 2025, after a presentation on capital projects, grant funding and reserves. Council members voted to adopt both the levy and the final budget by roll call.
The Morris City Council on Dec. 9 approved the city’s 2026 budget and set a 3% property tax levy for collection in 2026.
Acting city finance presenter Mel gave an overview of the proposed budget, saying the total city budget is $15,847,410 and that the city is planning a modest 3% levy increase for 2026. Mel noted a mix of grant‑funded capital projects and reserve spending, and told the council that lodging tax receipts total about $319,000 and could fund a proposed $80,000…
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