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Sullivan County leaders are grappling with a proposed 2.5% local income tax to fund vital services, but urgent feedback from residents is crucial before the October deadline!

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Sullivan County task force weighs a 2.5% local income tax package to offset property-tax cuts
The task force discussed a nonbinding recommendation centered on a roughly 2.5% local income tax package (municipal 1.2%, county share, plus options for fire/EMS and nonmunicipal allocations) and reviewed AIM-derived revenue estimates and a tight state reporting timetable.
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September 27, 2026 at 5:56 AM
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Gibson County's Local Income Tax Task Force is racing against the clock to draft a nonbinding plan before the 2028 deadline—what will their recommendations mean for local taxes?

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Gibson County task force begins drafting nonbinding local income tax plan before 2028 deadline
A Baker Tilly facilitator told a Gibson County task force the group must draft a nonbinding local income tax plan by Nov. 2 to inform state reviewers; members discussed rate options, distribution formulas and next steps and voted to send a recommended plan for submission.
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September 27, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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Wilson County is facing pivotal decisions on proposed tax changes that could bring in millions, but will they risk local services in the process?

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Wilson County leaders weigh potential transfer-tax revenue and worry about property-tax caps
Committee discussed proposals to let counties retain a share of real-estate transfer (recordation) taxes—estimated at $4–6 million for Wilson County—and debated proposed limits on local property-tax increases and the potential financial consequences.
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September 20, 2026 at 3:45 AM
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Henry County's Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force is gearing up to reshape local income tax—find out what’s at stake and how it could impact your wallet!

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Henry County task force holds informational session on proposed municipal income tax structure
Task-force members and residents heard an informational presentation about the Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force (MUST), timeline and scenario modeling for a new local-income-tax structure; presenters said the plan is nonbinding and that detailed numeric scenarios will be run at the next meeting.
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September 20, 2026 at 7:52 AM
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A new bill aimed at streamlining local sales-tax rebates is set to revitalize cultural events in East Baton Rouge, eliminating outdated statutes and boosting tourism potential.

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Committee clears repeal of obsolete local sales-tax rebate statute affecting East Baton Rouge
HB273, supported by local economic-development officials, would repeal an older statute that used a population threshold to target East Baton Rouge Parish for sales-tax rebates to concert and event promoters; proponents said the repeal removes duplication and cleans up statute language.
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May 6, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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Jefferson County faces a seismic shift in tax law that could reshape local budgets—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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CPA warns Jefferson County to prepare for major tax-law changes, urges data-driven MUST process
Andrew Lamb of Steel Nicholson Company briefed the council on Senate Enrolled Act 1 (SEA1) and HA1210, outlining options under the optional MUST task force, phased homestead and 2%/3% property-deduction changes, and the business personal property exemption change to $2 million that will reshape the tax base and local budgeting choices.
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June 10, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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Brevard County commissioners are racing against the clock to explore a local-option gas tax and other revenue strategies as electric vehicles reshape the future of funding roads and infrastructure.

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Commissioners direct staff to return data on local-option gas tax and EV options
Commissioners asked staff to bring back data next week on a local-option gas tax and alternatives (including electric-vehicle-related fees); county counsel explained that the 2026 referendum deadline passed and that board could enact a local option by supermajority with timing constraints for 2027 implementation.
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September 9, 2026 at 9:33 PM
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New local-income-tax changes are set to shake up Henry County's financial landscape, potentially impacting collections for years to come.

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Consultants and staff warn SCA 1 and DLGF allocations could reduce county collections for years
Baker Tilly told Henry County that new local-income-tax rules and DLGF allocations shift receipts timing and division; consultants said distributions under the new structure likely begin in 2030 and a county-services rate near 1.17% may be needed to preserve receipts.
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August 31, 2026 at 7:47 AM
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Albany County is considering a bold move to exempt sales tax on clothing under $110, potentially saving low-income families millions—could this transform local shopping?

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Committee sends clothing sales-tax exemption to the floor with neutral recommendation after split debate
After a long debate on fiscal impact and affordability, the committee voted to report Local Law D (exempting county sales tax on clothing under $110) to the full legislative floor with a neutral recommendation while staff gathers additional municipal impact data.
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August 29, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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Logansport could face a staggering $2.5 million drop in local income tax revenues, raising concerns about significant cuts to vital services.

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Advisory panel warns Logansport could lose up to $2.5 million in local income tax under state overhaul
A Baker Tilly briefing to a county advisory committee projected that Logansport could lose roughly $2 million–$2.5 million annually in local income tax receipts under recently passed state legislation; presenters and members said the change could deepen a $4 million–$5 million annual property-tax funding gap and force service cuts.
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August 28, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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The Morgan County task force is diving deep into the state’s groundbreaking local income tax overhaul, aiming to shape the future of community funding—who will win and who will lose?

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Morgan County convenes first MUST task force meeting to plan for new local income tax structure
At its first meeting the Morgan County Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force received an overview of the state's planned shift to a population-based local income tax beginning in 2029, discussed likely winners and losers under the new buckets, and agreed to meet again to run local revenue scenarios ahead of a November data submission deadline.
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August 26, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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Wheat Ridge City Council is putting a 1% sales tax on the November ballot, aiming to generate over $11 million for vital community improvements starting in 2027!

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Wheat Ridge council refers 1% sales-tax measure for capital improvements to November ballot
After staff presented polling and a phased financing plan, Wheat Ridge City Council voted unanimously to refer a 1% city sales and use tax to voters for community capital projects, with staff estimating about $11.7 million in the first full year and a phased $236 million capacity over a decade.
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August 26, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Delaware County's first MUST pre-planning session kicks off a vital process to reshape local income tax rules—get ready for impactful changes ahead!

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Delaware County holds first MUST pre-planning session to map new local income-tax rules
Delaware County convened municipal fiscal officers, Baker Tilly and Policy Analytics for an educational pre-planning meeting to begin assembling a recommended local income tax (LIT) plan under recent state law changes; no rates or votes were taken.
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August 22, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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Delaware County's Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force is gearing up for a significant local income tax overhaul, but what does this mean for your wallet?

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Delaware County holds first MUST pre-planning session to prepare for local income‑tax overhaul
Delaware County convened a Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force (MUST) pre-planning meeting to learn the new local income‑tax framework under recent state laws and to begin collecting unit-level fiscal data; no votes were taken. Consultants said a recommended plan is due to the Department of Local Government Finance by Nov. 2.
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August 20, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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Bloomington faces a staggering potential shortfall of $13 million due to new state tax changes, putting schools and libraries at risk—are you ready to advocate for your community?

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Fiscal committee warns state tax changes could leave schools and library short unless county coordinates LIT approach
Fiscal committee presented AIM and Reedy Financial scenarios showing potential large school and library revenue losses under recent state tax changes; options include city or county local income tax rates with different distributional effects.
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August 10, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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West Des Moines is facing a shocking $6.6 million budget gap due to new state tax legislation that could drastically cut local revenue streams.

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West Des Moines staff warn state tax changes could leave city with $6.6 million budget gap
City finance staff told the council that a new 2% cap, a homestead exemption and other state tax changes will reduce available property‑tax revenue and could widen an already planned deficit to roughly $6.6 million in the 2027–28 budget.
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August 6, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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Ehlers consultant Beth revealed how shifting local revenue to a voter-approved referendum could unlock an additional $510,000 in state aid—are we ready to make a crucial decision before the August deadline?

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Consultant outlines referendum options that could bring $510,000 in state aid; board must decide by Aug. 11
Ehlers consultant Beth explained options to move local optional revenue to a voter-approved operating referendum to capture seasonal tax base replacement aid; the board heard estimates of roughly $510,000 in state aid and discussed a planned special meeting before Aug. 11 to decide whether to pursue a ballot question.
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July 25, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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Marshall County is proposing a smart restructuring of local income tax that redefines allocations for jail and 9-1-1 expenses—without raising your tax rate!

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Marshall County council hears plan to reorganize local income tax distribution
County financial adviser Steve Dalton told the Marshall County Council a proposed local income tax restructuring would keep the overall rate the same but reallocate special-purpose dollars into discrete buckets for jail operations and 9‑1‑1/court spending; council members discussed timing, auditing and next steps.
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July 19, 2026 at 9:37 AM
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Okaloosa County is on the brink of a groundbreaking decision that could shift the tax burden from homeowners to visitors, empowering voters to choose their funding priorities!

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Okaloosa County commissioners back plan to seek state approval for local sales-tax option to cut homestead millage
The board voted to pursue a state-authorized county referendum that would let voters replace county and participating cities’ homestead general millage with a new local consumption tax (a penny), directing staff to prepare fiscal, legal and policy analysis and to pursue legislative support.
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July 18, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Whitley County's new income tax structure could mean millions in gains for some while leaving townships and libraries scrambling for funds—what does this mean for your community?

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Baker Tilly presents baseline model for Whitley County local income tax; libraries and townships could lose funding
At the task force's first official meeting, a Baker Tilly consultant showed baseline modeling of Indiana's new local income tax structure that would likely boost county and Columbia City receipts while leaving several townships and two libraries with steep projected losses; the consultant will run follow-up scenarios and provide township consolidation lists before the next meeting on July 22.
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July 10, 2026 at 3:21 AM
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Morgan County Council is bracing for significant changes to local income taxes that could impact property owners—are you prepared for what’s next?

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Morgan County Council appoints representative to MUST committee as state income-tax changes loom
Council members discussed state-mandated changes to local income tax structure, potential effects on the property replacement tax credit and county finances, and appointed Chip Keller as the county's representative to the new MUST committee.
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July 9, 2026 at 8:12 AM
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Fayette County faces crucial decisions ahead of new local-income-tax rules in 2029, and planning now could mean millions in revenue—don’t miss what Jason Simler of Baker Tilly revealed!

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Baker Tilly outlines MUS S task force options and offers to help Fayette County plan for 2029 income-tax changes
Consultant Jason Simler of Baker Tilly briefed the council on the Municipal Unit Strategic Task Force (MUS S) process for new local-income-tax rules going into effect in 2029, warned of potential revenue and circuit-breaker impacts, and proposed a consultant scope with an estimated not-to-exceed figure; council requested a written quote and outreach to other taxing units.
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July 9, 2026 at 9:07 AM
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Wythe County is taking a bold step toward funding $70–80 million in school construction projects by proposing a 1% sales tax referendum for voters this July!

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Wythe County to prepare resolution for 1% sales tax referendum to finance $70–80M in school projects
The Board authorized staff to draft a resolution for a July 14 vote to place a 1% local sales and use tax referendum on the ballot, a measure the School Board says could support $70–80 million in projects including a new Wytheville elementary school and Fort Chiswell renovations.
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July 8, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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New bills in Pennsylvania are set to revolutionize how hotels and short-term rentals report their occupancy data to counties, making it easier for local governments to track revenues.

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House committee advances bills requiring hotels and short-term rentals to share occupancy data with counties
The House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee reported two companion bills as amended that would require hotels, short-term rental operators and booking agents to provide counties with occupancy and rental-transaction information; amendments removed any requirement to submit operator names and require counties to post enacted ordinances and reporting forms publicly.
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July 8, 2026 at 9:09 AM
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The Green Bay mayor's proposed 2026 budget focuses on enhancing core services while suggesting a local sales tax to boost revenue—could this be the key to improving public safety and infrastructure?

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Green Bay mayor pitches 2026 budget focusing on core services, seeks state help and local sales-tax option
Mayor delivered an overview of the recommended 2026 budget centered on public safety, infrastructure and data-driven improvements; proposed modest levy increase and a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment, and raised the possibility of a local sales tax subject to referendum.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:04 AM