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Canton's council has decided to maintain the millage rate at 5.25 mills despite rising fire service costs, but what does this mean for the city's future budget?

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Canton council holds FY2027 millage hearing and votes to keep rate at 5.25 mills
Finance staff presented options for FY2027 millage rates in light of a county fire-millage increase; after public comment and council discussion, the council voted to maintain the FY2026 rate of 5.25 mills and tabled the budget until August 20 for staff to reflect the county fire tax.
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August 8, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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Troutdale's Budget Committee is grappling with soaring public safety costs, debating whether to raise fees or explore a new fire district to protect the city's finances.

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Troutdale Budget Committee Confronts Steep Fire and Police Contract Increases; Discusses Fire‑district Option
Committee heard staff analysis showing a five‑year fire contract with a 7.3% annual increase and a three‑year police IGA with 10% increases in early years, and debated options including a fire district, higher fees, local levies or intergovernmental solutions to protect the general‑fund balance.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:43 AM