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Clinton council approves FY2026-27 certified tax rate 4–1
Summary
The City Council voted 4–1 on June 16 to set the FY2026-27 certified tax rate at 0.001985, a rate staff said captures only new growth and reflects a decision not to pursue a property tax increase.
The Clinton City Council on June 16 approved Resolution 16-26 setting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 certified tax rate at 0.001985.
City Manager Trevor Cahoon reviewed the certified tax rate requirements and told the council the reported rate reflects the city’s choice not to pursue a property tax increase and to capture only allowable new growth revenue.
Councilmember Chris Danson moved to adopt the certified tax rate; Councilmember Spencer Arave seconded. Councilmembers Spencer Arave, Jennifer Christensen, Chris Danson and Adam Larsen voted in favor; Councilmember Dane Searle opposed. The motion carried 4–1.
The certified tax rate determines how much property tax revenue the city may collect under state rules and is a procedural step the council must complete before finalizing the budget.
