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2 issues in taxes budget

HighTaxes Budget

2027 Budget and Tax Ordinances

The 2027 budget goes on public display now with final adoption November 30. Tax rates stay flat: 4.0 mills general plus 0.34 mills for the fire company, and earned income tax holds at 1.25 percent raising about $16.3 million.

2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

Fireworks, Streetlights and Software Contracts

Council locked in three more years of Summer Spectacular fireworks, a 10-year LED streetlight deal with FirstEnergy, and new invoicing and agenda software.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026