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Council advances Ordinance 1116 in first reading to set ad valorem taxes for 2025
Summary
Langley City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 1116 to set ad valorem taxes for 2025; Councilmember Chris Carlson said the increase "lags far behind the rate of inflation," citing regional inflation of about 89% since 2001 compared with a 25.7% rise in property tax revenue for the city.
The Langley City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 1116, which sets ad valorem taxes for 2025. Director of Finance Kelly Beech read the ordinance aloud and Councilmember Chris Carlson moved for approval; Councilmember Harolynne Bobis seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
During discussion Carlson noted the city’s tax revenue growth compared with inflation, saying, "From 2001-2024, Puget Sound’s rate of inflation was about 89%, while our property tax revenue only increased 25.7%." The council opened a public hearing on revenue and Ordinance 1116 at 6:40 P.M.; it was adjourned at 6:44 P.M. with no public comment recorded. The ordinance will return for subsequent readings as required by council rules and state law.
