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911 Surcharge Increase Urged
Summary
Council discussed a resolution urging state lawmakers to raise the monthly 911 surcharge on cell phones from $1.95 to $2.20 to fund next-generation 911 services.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Would cost cell phone users an extra 25 cents a month but fund 911 operations without raising property taxes.
✅Who benefits
Anyone who calls 911 in an emergency.
⚠️Who could be affected
Cell phone users would pay slightly more per month.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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