Sales tax vote too close to call Oct 7, 2009
Help to UnDecided ---- wrote on Oct 6, 2009 7:22 AM:" Dear Undecided: "BLess you My Child" You figured it out. I say get rid of all "city taxes" and make it a "borough wide tax" That way we all benefit. ". Late to the Party ---- wrote on Oct 6, 2009 7:16 AM:" Oh My, I am obviously late to this party. To "Imvoting No" you need to BE on the Assembly-run NOW. To LEE - they wil find YOUR assessment and raise it!!! "Liberty" - nice try. "Valley" = this is the first fair item by the Frontiersman. They... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
City grows by 90 properties Oct 7, 2009
Newly annexed Havre property owners will pay city taxes beginning in 2010, a point of contention throughout the process with owners saying that while they will be paying the same amount as other city residents, their taxes will be higher than what they currently pay to the county. The basic formula is as follows: total taxable market value not retail market value times 3. (Havre Daily News, MT)
You get what you vote for, if you vote at all Oct 7, 2009
Frontiersman Great cov erage wrote on Oct 6, 2009 11:22 PM:" Frontiersman has NOT provided great coverage. They know it. The Frontiersman is aware of a story they could have broke two weeks ago about a candidate who has a business who has not had, city, borough or a state license sine the early 90's. They have not paid their city taxes since the early 90's although they still continue to run their businesses. So, why Frontiersman? Why have you chosen to control this election? You were given the... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Annexation would double Wasillas footprint Oct 3, 2009
So how is this suppose to benefit the PEOPLE, we all pay the city taxes now when we shop, plus they add tax for telephones and other fees ... " You already pay city taxes wrote on Oct 2, 2009 9:58 AM:" We already pay the sales tax in the city but pay higher property tax. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Fort Meade Votes To Approve $13. 6 Million Plan, Higher Tax Oct 1, 2009
This means a resident with a home valued at $100,000 will pay about $167 in city taxes this year, after the $50,000 homestead extension. The city bill is added to school board and county taxes. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Edgewater council turns down pay raise Oct 1, 2009
22, the same homeowner would pay $622 in city taxes. During earlier budget cuts, the council agreed that lower tier employees would get a 2 percent wage increase. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Politics)
Lake Helen approves tax rate Sep 30, 2009
West Volusia News - newsjournalonline. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Politics)
Melbourne OKs budget; Corby bolts Sep 25, 2009
An owner of a $200,000 house with a homestead exemption will pay about $770 in city taxes. With a second 4-2 vote, the council approved the budget. (Florida Today)
City signs option on site for sewer plant (1) Sep 25, 2009
He noted that his family s property is in the city limits, subject to city taxes and land use regulations, while the Barrett property is not. "It's not so much that you're going to be able to see it, but that you can smell it," Feller said. (Boerne Star, TX)
Final tax rates approved for Daytona, New Smyrna, Oak Hill Sep 25, 2009
For a resident with a home valued at $150,000 and a homestead exemption, the rate means the resident will pay $579 in city taxes. -- Mark I. Johnson. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Politics)
County Comission approves tax levies Sep 20, 2009
Mrs. Charla Royer, Madison County Collector, appeared and presented the Commission an agreement with the City of Marquand that will allow her to collect the Marquand City taxes. Commissioner Mungle made a motion to sign the agreement with the City of Marquand. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Eateries feel pinch Sep 18, 2009
The restaurant is struggling to pay employees and is behind on its city taxes. It owes $27,124 by the end of the month. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Alderman, Collector Disagree With City Committee's Decision Sep 17, 2009
City officials agreed to contract with the county to collect city taxes as a cost-saving measure. The county would charge about $18,000, plus some additional charges, to collect city taxes ... " Wurdack asked. No aldermen, other than Isgriggs, said they received calls against the committee's decision to reduce the salary of the collector. "I encourage residents of town, if they disagree with anything we do, to let us know," said Alderman Dale Schmuke. Alderman Paul Arand said the city discusses... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Thanks to city commissioners Sep 17, 2009
This year they did not raise our millage rate so our city taxes should be about the same. That is a good start: At least they didn t bring up the fire fee again this year, that is a positive thing. (Lake Wales News, FL)
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)
Edgewater property tax rate hearing set for Monday Sep 13, 2009
49 rate, homeowners with property valued at $150,000, minus the $50,000 homestead exemption, would pay $649 in city taxes. THE CITY BUDGET: City leaders are expected to approve a $12. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Politics)
Higher taxes ahead? Sep 12, 2009
Vice Mayor Mary DiStefano reminded people that the city taxes are just a portion of their tax bill, which also includes a number of other entities. Council member Holsey Moorman wondered where would the city cut to lower the rate. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
PBG approves slight increase in tax rate Sep 11, 2009
City taxes do not include county, school district and Health Care District taxes, or levies from special taxing districts. The city's tax rate also applies to commercial property. (The Palm Beach Post)
Green efforts turn golden for city Sep 11, 2009
Under that rate, a homeowner with a home valued at $150,000, minus $50,000 in homestead exemptions, would pay almost $578 in city taxes. The council also passed, on first reading, a budget of $24,082,208. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
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)
Layoffs possible in Chippewa Falls Sep 8, 2009
Hiking city taxes by the maximum allowed by the state, projected at 3 percent, will raise 130,000. That leaves a deficit of 601,280 to cover. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
New Smyrna holding budget, tax rate hearing Sep 7, 2009
If the lower rate is adopted, that means a homeowner with a house valued at $150,000, with $50,000 in homestead exemptions, would pay about $387 in city taxes. This will be the city's first public hearing and vote on the budget and tax rate. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Tax battle leaves residents, officials weary Sep 6, 2009
Volusia is the only Florida county with three separate hospital taxing authorities, and the rates in East Volusia rival what many Central Florida residents pay in city taxes. Most of that money covers costs of indigent care, hospital administrators say. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Council directs staff to move forward with budget including proposed tax hike Sep 3, 2009
I think Ive got a good bargain with Plano city taxes. I dont have a problem with [the council] raising them a little bit as long as we go ahead and try to keep the quality of life weve got. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Public to have say on city taxes, cuts Sep 1, 2009
Perhaps you wouldn t mind seeing your city taxes raised. Or maybe you could live with having City Hall open four days a week, or reducing the open hours of the Bernard F. Willi Swimming Pool. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
BUTTLEGGERS LOSE ONE Sep 1, 2009
25-a-pack in state and city taxes. Nor are the reservation venders just passive partners. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Health reform begins here Aug 31, 2009
This tax increase, when combined with state and city taxes, will mean a 60 percent marginal tax rate in New York City and 55 percent in the rest of the state. Tax rates like these will surely cause an exodus of successful New Yorkers, entrepreneurs and small businesspeople, taking their incomes and jobs they produce with them. (Albany Times Union)
Fredericktown Police Arrest Memorial Park Break-in Suspects Aug 27, 2009
City taxes may now be paid at the Madison County Collectors office. Aldermen approved the measure at the Full Council meeting. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Madison County Commission Minutes Aug 27, 2009
Commissioner Mungle made a motion to sign an agreement with the city of Fredericktown that will allow Fredericktown city taxes be paid to the Madison County Collector. Commissioner Bradford seconded the motion. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Cut Barrow taxes, not patrols, mayors say Aug 26, 2009
The mayors would like county officials to find a way to calculate how much the sheriff spends to provide service within incorporated cities and adjust the millage rate to account for the police protection that city taxpayers provide through their city taxes. If city residents get a break, taxpayers in unincorporated areas will have to make up that revenue, Commission Chairman Danny Yearwood said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Oswego councilors OK $42.9M budget Aug 25, 2009
City taxes hold the line, sewer fees triple. By AMBER WITHERSStaff Writer. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Tobacco tax makes ballot Aug 25, 2009
The Juneau Assembly voted unanimously to put a proposition on the Oct. 6 general election ballot to raise city taxes on cigarettes from 30 cents a pack to $1, and taxes on all other tobacco products from 12 percent to 45 percent. The National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence-Juneau asked the committee in July to raise taxes on cigarettes and tobacco so Juneau would be closer in line with the rest of the state. (Juneau Empire)
Committee Recommends County Collect City Taxes Aug 20, 2009
The county would charge about $18,000, plus some additional charges, to collect city taxes ... City Administrator Russell Rost said the time is nearing the "tail end" of when the county must be notified and a contract signed to collect city taxes. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
City Asks Workers For 2 Weeks Without Pay Aug 20, 2009
-- Four Omaha council members opposed to raising city taxes presented alternatives Wednesday that involved a rolling furlough of all city employees. Five council members -- Jean Stothert, Franklin Thompson, Chuck Sigerson, Garry Gernandt and Pete Festersen -- have asked each city employee, including themselves, to take two weeks off without pay. (7 KETV Omaha)
County commissioners postpone septic vote as opponents pack Tuesday meeting Aug 20, 2009
really wrote on Aug 19, 2009 9:25 AM:" I do realize there are people who have septic that don't live in the county. However; living in the county, I pay the same city taxes,I have to pay to have a library card in town,I have to pay extra for activites through parks and rec and then have to pay to have my septic inspected.We have to pay to have our own "hot box" for city water, pay for city water, and pay a company to come out and inspect the backflow valve, where in the city they do not have to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Commercial permits still low, but market may be stablizing Aug 15, 2009
There s an advantage, at least in the short term, of not having to pay city taxes at Rock Creek, though one day the city will annex us. But they don t have to pay that now, and we were still able to put them on an interstate with 90,000 cars passing by. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Marietta bond referendum for parks set Aug 14, 2009
If the bond passes, the owner of a $100,000 house would see city taxes go up $24. 56 a year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
City's future is bright Aug 13, 2009
Out of all the city taxes and fees paid by a two-person household, just 2 percent comes from that tax. The fact of the matter is that good fiscal planning has meant we enjoy lower taxes and fees than many other cities of our size in the state. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Airing grievances Aug 11, 2009
I pay city taxes because I want city services, Plis said. Quill engaged in some discussion with many of the speakers during the forum, though most of his time was spent listening to their comments. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
City Staff Upset Over Inaccurate Pay Figures Aug 9, 2009
Aldermen have been considering contracting Franklin County to collect city taxes as a cost-saving measure ... The county would charge about $18,000, plus some additional charges, to collect city taxes ... " Livengood added that if the county collects taxes, city front office staff members can perform other duties now performed by Dowil. "I've watched the staff run the office and without the duties of tax collection there is no reason to pay a full-time director," said Livengood. In July,... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Collector Asks City to Let Voters Decide Aug 6, 2009
Aldermen have been considering contracting Franklin County to collect city taxes as a cost saving measure ... The county would charge about $18,000, plus some additional charges, to collect city taxes ... City Administrator Russell Rost noted that the city of St. Clair laid off a clerk when the county began to collect city taxes because the amount of collection work was reduced. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
City mulls fee for vendors Aug 6, 2009
Several business owners have complained to the Council that such vendors deprive them of business without paying city taxes. Committee member Pat McKewen summarized the goal for the ordinance after the committee s meeting last Thursday. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Orangeburg seeks tax for suburban fire service Aug 5, 2009
The cost of fire service for Orangeburg residents is covered by city taxes. Others served by the city but living outside the city limits buy an annual contract for protection but less than half pay the fee that is based on square footage and classification. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
City Considering Law to Allow 'Utility Vehicles' Aug 4, 2009
Let me get this right you want me to live in town and pay city taxes so I can hear "Mules" and god knows what else. Hmm, real smart, I can live out of town pay less taxes and still hear noise from "Utility" vehicles. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
The Taxman Cometh Aug 3, 2009
The Office of Finance is the local equivalent of the IRS when it comes to city taxes. The new list targets debtors who owe more than $100,000. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Fire Fees Pass First Test Before Commission Aug 3, 2009
92 the newspaper paid in total city taxes this year. Churches and government buildings and property would be assessed by acreage, not the size of buildings. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Officials set sights on higher tax rate Aug 2, 2009
At that rate, a homeowner with an assessed value of $150,000, with a $50,000 homestead exemption, would pay $572 in city taxes. Last year's tax bill was $488 for that same homeowner. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Committee: Voters should have say on tobacco tax Jul 25, 2009
The committee voted seven to one to put a proposition on the general election ballot to raise city taxes on cigarettes from 30 cents a pack to $1, and taxes on all other tobacco products from 12 percent to 45 percent. The ballot measure proposal will be introduced before the Assembly at its next regular meeting. (Juneau Empire)
Pay hike sought for city workers Jul 24, 2009
Ms64 wrote on Jul 22, 2009 5:21 PM:" to caremmel: the lawmakers (sen/rep and the like) get the raise and better healthcare, not the regular everyday worker. Please keep that in mind when you make your statements. The city probably should reconsider this simply because less then a week ago it was report the were just about 3/4 of million dollars behind on their revenue. Maybe thinking on the conservative side would benefit all, so the city taxes don't go up along with ALL other taxes. Just a... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Change of guard could be good for Alaska, Alaskans Jul 24, 2009
Locally, we have the prospect of a multi-million dollar area-wide sewer and water plant, a borough sales tax on top of existing city taxes, a massive bridge to build or not, a ferry project and other ideas to get us from one point to another Palmer-Wasilla Highway widening, Bogard Road extension, Knik-Goose Bay Road overhaul. While growth in the borough isn t as wild as it once was, it continues to grow at a steady pace, but our infrastructure hasn t kept up. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Ormond budget cuts include loss of 13 jobs Jul 23, 2009
81, the owner of a $150,000 home who takes the $50,000 homestead exemption would pay $381 in city taxes ... 81, the owner of a $150,000 home taking the $50,000 homestead exemption would pay $381 in city taxes. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Palm Beach County commissioners expected to give initial OK to a 14.8 percent increase in property taxes Jul 22, 2009
You don't just pay one tax on your bill you have- school district, fire/rescue, libraries, hospital district, water district, utilities, city taxes, etc. The increase always seems to magically be much more than they say. (The Palm Beach Post)
Higher meal, hotel taxes in works for Boston Jul 22, 2009
45 percent in state and city taxes, and the meal tax another. 75 percentage point, to 7 percent. (Boston Globe)
Most Honolulu City Council candidates opposed to tax hike Jul 21, 2009
The candidates are hoping to capitalize on voter frustration over recent increases in city taxes and fees. The tax rate for residential property owners went from $3. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City could issue $5M in bonds Jul 21, 2009
That means someone paying taxes on a home valued at 100,000 would pay 75 more in city taxes for the year. A home valued at 200,000 would have an increase of 125. (Sealy News, TX)
FINANCE DEPARTMENT WATCHES FOR OVER-COLLECTING MERCHANTS Jul 19, 2009
We ve got 70,000 registered tax paying entities and process a minimum of 50,000 tax returns a month, so it takes a while to separate the state taxes from county and city taxes, Overman said. County Treasurer Elizabeth Rinchuso said the state has notified her office that they will turn over what ever is collected, and obvious over-payments will be held in reserve, in the event a person claims they were over charged. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
New Dumping Restrictions May Be Coming to City Landfill Jul 16, 2009
Councilman Rick Hutto says if you live in the city, you should be able to dump your trash for free, but if you live in the county and don't pay city taxes, you should have to pay for it. Council debated whether to charge everyone a fee, but ultimately decided the city taxes are enough to warrant a free pass for city residents. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Small Businesses Balk at Health Care Plan Jul 16, 2009
Think about it, that figure is before Federal, State, County and City taxes and business expenses (utilities, insurance ect. Try running a small business and then tell me what a small businessman can afford. (CBS News)
Lodi looking for path toward agriculture belt Jul 16, 2009
sam wrote on Jul 15, 2009 11:24 AM:" wtf, look a Wine and Roses. I remember when it was a gorgeous B&B surrounded by vineyards. It is still gorgeous, but isn't it funny how cities love to grow around great hotels and restaurants.If Lodi has this NEED to control the farmland out here, it is simple. Raise your city taxes and start buying up the farmland and do what you want with it.In the meantime, Lodi CC has no say. Why do you think the county is putting it all on Lodi? They are making sure all... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
City Considers County Tax Collection Contract Jul 15, 2009
Information presented to the committee by City Administrator Russell Rost indicated that the county would charge about $18,000, plus some additional charges, to collect city taxes ... Officials are considering contracting the county to collect city taxes and lowering the clerk's salary next year to cut costs ... Rost noted that the city of St. Clair laid off a clerk when the county began to collect city taxes because the amount of collection work was reduced. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
New Smyrna chided for tax rate term Jul 14, 2009
East Volusia News - newsjournalonline. TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Cadott woman wins tickets, but can't attend Jackson memorial (25) Jul 11, 2009
KommonSense wrote on Jul 9, 2009 6:57 PM:" To all the whiners:This service was more than well deserved. The family cooperated, AEG and yes the City of Los Angeles. As for the $1.4 million cost, give me a break, that is but a fraction of what all the visitors from all over the world brought to the local economy in the past few days. The Jackson family and Michael Jackson in particular have paid millions of dollars in Federal, State and City taxes. The reported $1.4 million were paid to police... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Officials aim high on Flagler Beach tax rate Jul 11, 2009
Homeowners are more worried that their city taxes will skyrocket than diminished services, she said. "This is a big priority with taxpayers so we really need to do what we have to do to help keep the taxes down," she said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Marietta weighs park bond issue Jul 9, 2009
86 yearly in city taxes. Walquist said there s a chance the council could make it a 30-year bond. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Twisted logic: Towns never hit by tornado get money to rebuild Jul 6, 2009
conservativeUS wrote on Jul 5, 2009 11:44 PM:" My only question would be, did the residents of the damaged outlying area pay City taxes? not county, City?IMO the monies should go to dunkerton either way to reimburse the city for expenses that accrued due to their city employees and emergency personnel who I am sure helped anyone they could.But I am sure there is a liberal whistle blower out there who wants to make a name for themselves for reporting this. there always is. ". iowahawk1969 wrote... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
