Menomonee Valley project wins top brownfields honor Nov 4, 2009
Menomonee Valley wins top brownfields honor - The Business Journal of Milwaukee. for free extra services. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Your views: Letters to the editor Nov 2, 2009
Also, I didnt know city tax dollars could be spent clearing private property. Over the last week, 10 men, several trucks and graders have stripped the banks several feet into the backyards of some homes, cutting all vegetation and cutting 40-year-old trees. (Florida Today)
Saturday date to avoid city tax penalty Oct 31, 2009
Murray Ledger Your Home Town News Source. The due date to avoid the 10 percent penalty for Murray's city property taxes is Saturday, Oct. 31. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Neighborhood to continue paying its own streetlight bill, as motion dies on tie vote; special budget meetings scheduled Octobter 26 and November 30 Oct 30, 2009
The annexation agreement doesn't spell out levels of municipal service that former township residents should expect for this reduced rate; but City Administrator Craig Mattson commented "an interpretation" of the two district taxing system could be that city services to the rural district might be restricted until 100 percent city tax rate is being charged (in five years). Council member Roger Elmore stated he can't think of any other site in the former township where something like this exists... (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
City tax rate to be set after election Oct 30, 2009
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Cities wrangle over new school Oct 26, 2009
City tax dollars support some of the high school's facilities, including Spec Martin Stadium and Melching Field, which could become awkward if some city residents will be attending a rival high school, he noted. Deltona Mayor Dennis Mulder and the City Commission weighed in last week, passing a resolution urging that Deltona students remain in the city and promising to "be a bull in a china shop" if Deltona residents populate DDD but DeLand and Lake Helen students remain at DeLand High. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Tsk, tsk, Tishman Oct 23, 2009
The court's majority ruled that Tishman improperly raised rents beyond allowable levels on some 4,000 rent-controlled apartments while at the same time collecting city tax breaks for property renovations ... The court's majority ruled that Tishman improperly raised rents beyond allowable levels on some 4,000 rent-controlled apartments while at the same time collecting city tax breaks for property renovations. (New York Post -- News)
•Officials: Tax rates, rules could doom merger Oct 21, 2009
The proposed new city tax rate could mean that a merger would be rejected by voters unless the merger study group does a convincing job of selling the benefits of a new city, officials said. Subscribers, to read full story. (The Daily Journal)
No service, but lot has $354 water bill Oct 18, 2009
Yet, if von Geldern's side yard were part of the same real estate parcel as his house, rather than a separate parcel on city tax maps, he would only be charged for his residential usage: $206. 25 (or $201. (Albany Times Union)
E-Mail Correspondence Indicates Troubles For Hartford Hilton Oct 18, 2009
This summer, the owners of the 392-room hotel were negotiating with their lenders and the union representing hotel workers, and were seeking city tax breaks and help from the city in applying for a federal loan, documents obtained by The Courant show. The talks were an apparent effort to keep the hotel operating during a recession that has taken a deep toll on the hospitality industry nationwide. (FOX61, CT)
For most, property taxes rise despite plummeting value Oct 15, 2009
And that is the second reason for higher taxes: city tax bonds and measures. Depending on tax district, majorities voted up bond measures funding Oregon Zoo renovations, Portland Community College, and inside Portland proper, the Children's Investment Fund, last November. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
No change in city tax rate Oct 14, 2009
Publication Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Council approves changes to flood damage prevention code. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Cohoes proposes 3.85 percent tax increase Oct 14, 2009
"The city residents are not going to see any additional services,'' McDonald said, warning that in some cases responses to people's requests may take longer.The proposed city budget is 1.5 percent less than the 2009 budget of $17.5 million. The owner of an property assessed at the city average of $80,000 would see their city tax bill increase by $51.20 to $1,372.80 from $1,321.60.The water rate for an average user will increase by $49.80 to $284. The sewer rate also will increase by the same... (Albany Times Union)
Resident seeks change in CRA tax collections Oct 14, 2009
Commissioner Jim Hathaway, who sat on the original CRA board formed in the mid-1980s, said he has no problem with the suggestion provided the hospital stops taking property off city tax rolls. Any time Bert Fish buys property within the city limits, New Smyrna Beach loses the taxes that land might generate, he said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Newsom takes donations from S.F.'s contractors Oct 14, 2009
During these months, the mayor's office was successfully fighting the Board of Supervisors to get the NBC show "Trauma" a city tax rebate for filming in the city. The city also gave the TV crew free use of a huge hangar at Treasure Island for shooting. (San Francisco Chronicle)
With cuts and closings: A bad year for libraries Oct 13, 2009
Cleveland voters last year renewed the city tax levy for five years. The Rand Corp. spent a year studying the future of the Carnegie Library and released its findings earlier this year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Council members question streetcar funding Oct 13, 2009
Several members of the Monday criticized a public-private partnership for committing city tax money to a planned streetcar project before getting the council s approval. The city tax on rental cars is one of several funding sources to operate and maintain streetcars along Peachtree Street identified in an application for nearly $300 million in federal stimulus funds submitted last month by a partnership that includes the city, MARTA, Central Atlanta Progress and the. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Nogales politics: 1-man show? Oct 10, 2009
On the sign funded by city tax dollars, the mayor welcomes travelers to Nogales. No mention of the rest of the council. (Nogales International, AZ)
Proposition 1 gives relief to homeowners Oct 7, 2009
All Righty-then wrote on Oct 5, 2009 10:16 PM:" Since the "Liars" have not fessed up, I hope the rest of you bloggers know that they were only in there to perpetrate LIES. I have the ordinance. Ask and ye shall receive (it) PatCheck Oh, local news - Oh My, the city wants to expand. Vern wants more city tax income!! ". reply to JP wrote on Oct 5, 2009 10:06 PM:" You are tooo funny. I accused you of being over weight and having too many children, and the thing you take offense at is that -- I... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Mayoral candidates dodge budget problem Oct 4, 2009
The bureau is an independent outfit that keeps tabs on city tax policies, service delivery, and schools. Mayor Scott Lang of New Bedford has long been vocal on this topic, Menino not. (Boston Globe)
Clovis Rec Center reopens Saturday Oct 3, 2009
Funding for the recreation center typically comes from city tax revenue, known as discretionary funding, which also pays for police, firefighters, the citys senior center, some parks and roads maintenance. A drop in revenues forced the city to slash its recreation division budget from $877,000 two years ago to $206,200 this year. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Troy budget would raise taxes Oct 2, 2009
TROY -- The city tax rate would increase 4. 25 percent under Mayor Harry Tutunjian's proposed $63. (Albany Times Union)
Milwaukee's pitch for airline jobs Oct 2, 2009
The deal also includes cost reductions on things such as facility leases at the airport, which are meant to offset a city tax on aircraft maintenance parts that some airline officials have called onerous. Republic chief executive officer Bryan Bedford has said he s looking to make a decision on where to locate jobs quickly after receiving the three cities packages. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
DeWitt sales tax goes up Oct. 1 Oct 1, 2009
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 12:25 PM CDT Purchases in DeWitt will cost a little more starting Oct. 1, when the city s new one-cent sales tax kicks in. Voters approved the one-cent tax in April to create a fund to pave the city s deteriorating streets. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Bartow Budget Gets Green Light Oct 1, 2009
Homeowners whose houses are assessed at $175,000 (with the standard $50,000 homestead exemption) will see a city tax bill of $500 on their tax bill ... Municipal charges also appearing on city tax bills include a $45 assessment for stormwater. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Budget passes without fanfare Sep 30, 2009
72, the owner of a home with a taxable value of $150,000 and eligible for a $50,000 homestead exemption will have a city tax bill of $572. In other business, commissioners recognized outgoing City Manager Tim Harbuck for 29 years of service to the city. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Milwaukee in running for airline jobs Sep 30, 2009
The deal also includes cost reductions on things such as facility leases at the airport, which are meant to offset a city tax on aircraft maintenance parts that some airline officials have called onerous. Republic CEO Bryan Bedford, who is currently the chief executive of Midwest, has said he s looking to make a decision on where to locate jobs quickly after receiving the three cities packages. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Pensions a problem Sep 30, 2009
Combined with plummeting city tax revenues, Atlanta officials have had no choice but to cut city operations to keep its budget balanced and its pension program funded. The result: hundreds of layoffs and millions of dollars in cutbacks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Lou-Bea's Pizza damaged by Albany fire Sep 22, 2009
City tax records indicate the building, which is several blocks southwest of the Spectrum 8 Theatres, is owned RDH Inc., a company whose chairman in listed in state incorporation records as Ryan D. Hancox. In 2001, Hancox told the Times Union he bought the shop in the late 1990s. (Albany Times Union)
State rejects proposals for Pike property Sep 18, 2009
We remain hopeful that we can reach agreement on a solution that can quickly place this dark and dormant building back on the city tax rolls, avoiding months or years of additional delay, said Gilbert Winn, managing principal of WinnCompanies. Executives at Hersha Group, which proposed to build a hotel above the ground-floor food market, did not return a phone call seeking comment yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Petoskey council OKs wording change in library agreement Sep 15, 2009
Petoskey city residents currently make up only about a quarter of the library s patron base, but city taxes provide more than three-quarters of its funding. Until other municipalities get involved, the new district would continue to rely on city tax levies designated for library purposes. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Petoskey City Council: Library agreement on tap Sep 13, 2009
Until other municipalities get involved, the new district library would continue to rely on city tax levies designated for library purposes. Also on Monday, the council will consider appointments to the city s planning commission as proposed by mayor Ted Pall. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Commission approves tentative tax rate Sep 13, 2009
At the proposed new rate, the owner of a home with a taxable value of $150,000 and taking a $50,000 homestead exemption would have a city tax bill of $572. Many of the protesters in the audience at Tuesday's meeting were not Holly Hill residents but business owners or landlords who generally will see a reduction in actual taxes paid, Commissioner John Penny said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Mayors idea for lower tax rate nixed Sep 13, 2009
As a result, homeowners should see no change in their total city tax bill, unless the value of their house has gone up or down since last year. A majority of homeowners will likely see a total tax decrease since many property values have declined in the past 12 months. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Seattle to change tax code for Russell Sep 10, 2009
A Seattle City Council committee on Sept. 17 will take up legislation changing the city tax code to create a new tax classification for Russell and similar companies. The full City Council will take up the issue on Sept. 21, and it s a good bet the change will pass: Eight of the nine Council members signed a letter to Russell on July 11 saying they d support the move. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
East Point adopts adopts budget Sep 10, 2009
Though the city tax rate is holding at 14. 75 mills, the raises alone account for $976,750. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Council approves sewer bid Sep 9, 2009
Councilman Royce Bodiford provided statistics that showed that Turner s city taxes had actually gone down. 98 percent since 2005 (though he did turn 65 and qualify for a property tax exemption in that period), while council member s had seen their city taxes rise by between 1 ... 954-cent decrease from the current fiscal year, most property owners will pay more in city taxes because the city s taxable value increased by 9. (Odessa American, TX)
Heavy rains fill the streets with water Sep 6, 2009
How can this City tax us more and more, but not want to take care of what is wrong. Heavy rains caused many streets in Fremont to flood Thursday morning including this area on Broad Street near Linden Avenue. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
City resident says he's squeezed by taxes, fees Sep 4, 2009
And he s concerned the city is considering a wheel tax, a city tax on vehicles ... Hiking city taxes by the maximum allowed by the state, projected at 3 percent, will raise 130,000. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
'Slight' City Tax Rate Increase Sep 3, 2009
Slight' City Tax Rate Increase By: 09/02/2009 The Union Board of Aldermen followed the recommendation of city staff and approved a tax rate of 65. 03 cents per each $100 of assessed valuation of property for 2009 - an increase of. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Good news, bad news on Lambertville taxes Sep 2, 2009
LAMBERTVILLE -- The average estimated city tax bill will rise by $137 this year, but the good news is that it will be nearly $41 less than anticipated earlier this year. That is the scenario if the City Council approves its final proposed budget without making any changes at a special meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 and if the state gives its approval for the tax levy to exceed the cap of 4 percent. (NJ.com -- Times)
Public to have say on city taxes, cuts Sep 1, 2009
Perhaps you wouldn t mind seeing your city taxes raised ... - Charging a wheel tax, or a city tax on vehicles. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Federal Court Orders Long Island, N.Y. Tribal Smoke Shops to Stop Selling Untaxed Cigarettes to General Public Aug 28, 2009
In a major victory for public health and New York taxpayers, a federal judge in Brooklyn, N.Y. has ruled that cigarette selling businesses based on Indian tribal lands are not exempt from federal, state or New York City tax laws. Judge Carol Bagley Amon of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York has issued a preliminary injunction stopping smoke shops on the Poospatuck reservation on Long Island, N.Y. from selling and distributing cheap, tax-free cigarettes to non-tribal... (PR Newswire)
Fredericktown Police Arrest Memorial Park Break-in Suspects Aug 27, 2009
City taxes may now be paid at the Madison County Collectors office ... The county will be paid three percent for the city tax collections. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Trolley talk in central Jefferson City Aug 26, 2009
I'd bet the list includes city tax dollar-funded organizations like the Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau, etc. I'm all for progress, but not for a proven loser. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
City tax trimmed Aug 26, 2009
News Tribune - Local News. The Information you need. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Franklin, Pennington at D.C. summit on gangs Aug 25, 2009
He also wrote that his department has enough police officers and other resources, despite tightening budgets and declining city tax revenues because of the recession. Where Atlanta like other big cities across the country is lacking is in gang prevention and family building programs, rehabilitation programs for gang members and more interaction among communities, police officers and kids, Franklin said in an interview outside the White House. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Rally tally: Fewer visitors spent more Aug 24, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009. Sales tax revenue in the Black Hills was up during this year's Sturgis rally despite reports of low vehicle traffic, according to the state Department of Revenue. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Lodi City Council aims to borrow $1.2 million to deal with cuts Aug 22, 2009
ameriCAN wrote on Aug 20, 2009 3:45 PM:" If im not mistaken there already was 2 laid off in street dept. This year, and the street dept. is funded by gas tax not general fund money of witch you speak. I think there is only 12 or 14 of them left, over half have been cut over the years. So when we lay off all these family guys who are also city tax payers, no big deal loose your house let your families suffer even though you have worked there for 10-20 years. Cut the Indians when the chiefs... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
OUR OPINION: City Council encouraged to reduce property tax Aug 22, 2009
Voter approval was not required for the city tax hike. Cole County's proposal -- which obviously includes Jefferson City residents -- was tied to a half-cent sales tax that required voter approval. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Panel hears testimony about city tax proposals Aug 21, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Distaste for campaigning a factor in Gudgels decision not to run again Aug 21, 2009
27 per year increase in city tax levy asking. Solicited all private money and all volunteers for planting flowers at Gateway Park. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
I-95 interchange, parkway plan for Palm Bay rolls on Aug 21, 2009
The right-of-way purchases will not cost the city tax dollars. Instead, impact fees and fair share credits will be used to buy the land. (Florida Today)
City tax rates drop: Seek funds for Chino Rd. Aug 20, 2009
Last updated on Wednesday, Aug 19, 2009 - 09:27:49 am MDT Douglas, AZ. Douglas Dispatch Print Edition. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Fire Tax Phase-In Proposed; Might Be Postponed To 2010 Aug 20, 2009
Only the city tax rate would be reduced if a fire tax were imposed. Evett said the city could smooth the transition in several ways. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Kalona seeks ways to assist EPC with paving Aug 20, 2009
Kalona City Council members told representatives of Engineered Plastics Components (EPC) Monday night, August 17, that they couldn't justify using city tax dollars to agree to pay EPC $54,000 to help pave a parking lot. However, the council members said they would support EPC's application for TIF funds or other funds through the state. (Kalona News, IA)
City still hazy about cigarette, tobacco tax revenue Aug 19, 2009
The proposition would ask voters to increase the city tax on a pack of cigarettes from 30 cents a pack to $1, and taxes on all other tobacco products from 12 percent to 45 percent. The ordinance must be approved at the regular Assembly meeting Monday night in order to be placed on the Oct. 6 general election ballot. (Juneau Empire)
Fire debate: Who owns the trucks? Aug 19, 2009
Just a bit confused wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:18 PM:" Do the county officials not realize that city taxpayers pay county taxes as well? It seems like city residents are getting the raw end of this deal. ". Tapped-out Taxpayer wrote on Oct 13, 2008 2:32 PM:" While there are some valid points raised by both sides of the fire protection coverage argument, from the viewpoint of a city dweller, it seems that the rural county residents (those outside of the city limits) are getting a much better end of... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Public hearing to be held on city tax rate Aug 19, 2009
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 1:27 PM CDT The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing Thursday on a tax rate of 50. 42 cents per 100 property valuation. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Codes workers issued unearned stipends Aug 18, 2009
Generally more checks and balances need to get done now, because the more time we waste the more city tax dollars are walking out the door, Meola said. Rocco Garro also is running for the seat on the Conservative and Independence lines. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
History From Our Files Aug 16, 2009
Bartow s city tax millage for the coming year was set at 3. 732 mills by unanimous vote of the city commission Monday night. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
City moves forward with $27 million parks plan Aug 15, 2009
Half of the department's funds come from city tax dollars while the other half comes from user fees, admissions and sponsorships. Posted in on Friday, August 14, 2009 4:50 pm Updated: 7:16 pm. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
County recommends 30 tax increase Aug 13, 2009
seniorlady wrote on Aug 12, 2009 8:17 PM:" brock; Apparently they don't have enough if the article is to be believed. Here's the brutal truth guys, 30% of the population can no longer support the other 70% plain and simple. To the poster who mentioned Spring Hill, think about this, for a long time they didn't pay a city tax at all. Common sense tells you if you ain't got the money stupid, don't be spending it. Give the county government some unpaid furlough days and let them see how the rest of... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lewisville: No city tax rate hike proposed Aug 12, 2009
The Lewisville City Council is proposing that the city tax rate stay the same for fiscal 2009-10, with water rates to stay the same and sewer rates to be increased 2. 5 percent. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
•Merger panel in need of data Aug 8, 2009
A study of whether to join the city of Greenwood and White River Township has gone on for more than seven months, but the merger study group doesn't know how many more employees the new city would need to extend services, what those services would cost taxpayers, or how property taxes would change in the unincorporated Center Grove area, where residents don't currently pay a city tax rate. However, the group is ready to start finalizing recommendations for parks and city government structure,... (The Daily Journal)
