August 5, 2025, Special Called City Council Meeting.

City of Longview City Council · August 6, 2025

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Public comment — resident urges fiscal restraint

Public Comment

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Resident (first-name Debbie) used her allotted three minutes to urge the council to protect taxpayers, cut city costs (including car allowances), sell unused assets, and avoid further tax increases; she cited 176 local foreclosures and noted median rent figures to argue residents cannot absorb higher taxes.

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City of Longview council held public comment and budget discussions focused on proposed employee raises, a potential property tax revenue increase, and a separate fee resolution covering utility and service fees; council set a public hearing for Aug. 21 and approved the consent agenda.

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