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Columbia County has adopted a controversial millage rate of 7.8150, sparking public debate over rising taxes amid increasing revenues.

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Columbia County adopts 7.8150-mil rate after brief public objection
The Columbia County Board of County Commissioners on Sept. 17 adopted a final millage rate of 7.8150 mils for general operations (Resolution 2026R-48), 3.93% above the rollback rate, after a resident urged the board to use the rollback rate instead of raising taxes.
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September 22, 2026 at 10:50 AM
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Sacramento's city auditor reveals shocking gaps in short-term rental tax oversight, urging a major overhaul to ensure fair taxation and accountability.

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Auditors urge Sacramento to require platform‑level reporting and beef up STR monitoring
The city auditor recommended an ordinance and operational changes to require monthly property‑level reporting from hosting platforms and to proactively identify unpermitted short‑term rental operators. Staff said they are working on code updates and system options.
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September 22, 2026 at 12:20 AM
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Dallas County has officially adopted Parkland Health's massive $3.35 billion budget, but what does this mean for your taxes?

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Commissioners adopt Parkland's $3.35B FY2027 budget and keep tax rate at 21.2'cents
After a public hearing, the court adopted Parkland Health's FY2027 operating budget and a tax rate of 0.212000 per $100 valuation; officials disclosed the median-homestead tax impact and noted pending state appropriation uncertainties.
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September 19, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Residents are outraged as sudden property valuation spikes leave many scrambling to contest drastic tax increases, with one homeowner facing a shocking $100,000 hike in just two days!

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Residents tell county hearing sudden valuation notices and short protest windows leave homeowners unable to respond
Dozens of residents at the Douglas County hearing described large, recent assessed-value increases, said notices arrived late and urged clearer notice and more time to contest valuations; speakers cited specific increases, short deadlines and fixed-income hardship.
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September 18, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Elk Operating's valuation plummeted by over $40 million due to new joint ownership ties and fluctuating oil prices, leaving San Juan County's budget hanging in the balance.

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State assessment office explains $40M-plus valuation drop at Elk Operating and warns appeals will continue to affect county budgets
State centrally assessed staff told the commission Elk Operating's valuation fell after the company disclosed increased joint ownership with the Navajo Nation and other valuation adjustments; commissioners raised concerns about appeals, refunds and budget stability.
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September 17, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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Alachua County has just proposed a $974 million budget for FY2027, featuring tax increases and significant funding for public safety—what does this mean for you?

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Alachua County adopts tentative FY2027 millage rates and a $974.15 million tentative budget
After a presentation by assistant county manager Tommy Crosby, the board adopted proposed millage rates (countywide 7.2107 mills; MSTU law enforcement 3.5678 mills) and approved a tentative FY2027 budget totaling $974,151,842; motions passed unanimously.
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September 17, 2026 at 9:53 AM
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Freeborn County is facing a significant tax increase, with a proposed preliminary levy of $36.4 million that could rise by 16.8% in 2027!

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Freeborn County sets $36.4 million preliminary levy, schedules Truth and Taxation meeting
Freeborn County commissioners set a proposed 2027 preliminary levy of $36,437,497 — a 16.8% increase over 2026 — and scheduled the Truth and Taxation meeting for Dec. 22 at 6 p.m.; commissioners said the figure is a ceiling and options to lower it remain before the December final levy.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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Park County commissioners have hit pause on finalizing mill-levy rates amid a puzzling drop in taxable valuation and questions surrounding library funding.

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Park County delays setting mill levies after valuation, TIF and library accounting questions
Commissioners paused adoption of mill-levy numbers after staff found taxable valuation dropped when TIF districts were removed and uncertainty remains about whether a 2.5-mill library allocation is a voted mill or part of countywide mills; staff said they will search election records and consult valuation experts before publishing levy figures.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:14 AM
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Discover how Iowa's property tax system works from valuation to bill issuance, and explore the new LSA property tax dashboard that makes navigating local tax rates easier than ever!

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LSA outlines how Iowa property taxes are assessed, limited and collected
Michael Peters of the Legislative Services Agency walked through Iowa's property tax system from market valuation to tax bills, explaining assessment timing, valuation methods, rollbacks, levy-setting, and recent statute changes, and unveiled a new LSA property tax dashboard.
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September 10, 2026 at 1:38 AM
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The Amarillo City Council is facing a potential $4 million budget swing as they scrutinize the complex math behind tax rates, TIFs, and frozen values—will they find a solution in time?

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Council presses staff on tax math as budget workshop reveals $4M swing
Council and staff spent hours testing truth‑in‑taxation math and the effects of TIFs, tax ceilings and frozen values after staff presented the 2026–27 budget; Randall County tax assessor agreed to re-run calculations and the council scheduled a special meeting to set a ceiling tax rate.
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September 9, 2026 at 6:44 AM
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Cannon Falls is facing a potential 13% levy increase in the 2027 budget due to rising personnel costs and capital projects, even as property valuations soar nearly 10%.

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Cannon Falls staff outline 2027 budget drivers as valuations rise
Staff told council members the preliminary 2027 budget reflects rising personnel and capital costs; officials said the city could face a preliminary levy increase of about 13% including park/pool additions, with assessed valuations rising roughly 9.8% and the tax-rate impact partly offsetting levy increases.
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September 2, 2026 at 5:37 AM
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City council members are facing a surprising $3.4 million deficit as they navigate the complexities of the latest budget calculations and tax-rate options.

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Council wrestles with tax-rate options as staff outlines budget and debt impacts
Finance staff presented revised budget numbers and explained how taxable-value deductions and rising debt service change the "no new revenue" calculation; council debated whether to set a voter-approved ceiling or the no-new-revenue rate ahead of Sept. 8 notices.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Residents urge caution as rising levies threaten to push homeowners out of Nebraska, revealing alarming financial insights that could reshape the future of local education funding.

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Residents tell LPS board rising levies burden homeowners, urge caution in budget requests
Two residents told the Lincoln Public Schools board their calculations show significant levy and valuation increases and urged the district to restrain future budget requests, prompting a staff clarification about valuation versus levy changes.
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August 26, 2026 at 8:36 PM
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Cutler Bay's budget workshop revealed surprising figures and a potential $988,000 deficit, sparking crucial discussions ahead of the upcoming hearings.

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Town Manager Ralph outlines Cutler Bay budget, sets Sept. 8 and Sept. 22 hearings
Town Manager Ralph told the council at the Aug. 25 workshop the town will build its FY budget on the current millage of 2.8332 while the TRIM notice shows a ceiling rate of 2.9143; he confirmed state‑mandated hearings for Sept. 8 and Sept. 22 and reviewed a projected fund balance and $988,000 projected deficit under staff recommendations.
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August 26, 2026 at 1:59 AM
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Kane County is on the verge of wrapping up an impressive $1.7 billion in tax collections, with the treasurer celebrating a balanced budget that boosts taxpayer confidence!

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Treasurer says Kane County is closing in on $1.7 billion in collections, calls budget balanced
Kane County Treasurer reported the county is 'about 10 to 12 days away from the wrapping up the collection of about $1.7 billion dollars' and presented charts showing collections by category and township, while congratulating the board on a balanced budget.
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August 21, 2026 at 6:52 AM
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The proposed FY27 budget reveals a shocking $65 million drop in taxable values, sparking questions about the city's financial future.

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Presenter: Proposed FY27 budget shows $65M drop in taxable value and uses voter-approval rate in tax calculation
City finance staff outlined the proposed FY27 budget, explained a statutory tax-notice wording, reported a roughly $65 million year-over-year decline in total taxable appraised value and described the voter-approval and no-new-revenue rate calculations the council previously proposed.
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August 20, 2026 at 6:40 AM
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Tomball's council has approved a budget that keeps the tax rate steady, but rising property values mean many homeowners will still see higher bills!

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Tomball council ratifies FY2027 budget and adopts 0.340940 tax rate; staff says higher property values, not a rate increase, will raise some bills
Council ratified the FY2026–27 budget and adopted a tax rate of 0.340940 per $100 (equal to last year’s rate); staff explained the rate is unchanged but rising property valuations will increase some taxpayers’ bills; final budget adoption steps and public hearing dates were announced.
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August 18, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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Cedar Park's proposed FY2027 budget reveals a $216.1 million plan, but how will the new tax rate impact your wallet?

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Council sets proposed FY2027 tax rate and schedules public hearings after budget presentation
Finance Director Erica Solis presented the proposed FY2027 budget (citywide $216.1M; general fund $84.9M) and the council set a proposed maximum tax rate of 0.377930 per $100 valuation and public hearings Sept. 3 and Sept. 10; the motion passed unanimously.
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August 17, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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Residents voiced their concerns at the Monroe Township Council meeting, questioning future taxpayer debt, data center impacts, and the need for transparency on community projects.

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Residents Raise Concerns on Taxes, Utility Bills, Data-Center Risks and Local Projects
During public comment, residents questioned bond timing and taxpayer debt, asked for details on community solar and landfill safety, requested transparency on tax-appeal settlements, and urged clearer public information on shade-tree permits and recreational hours for pickleball courts.
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August 8, 2026 at 5:24 AM
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Newton County is proposing a 2.16% property tax increase that could impact your wallet—are you ready for the changes?

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Newton County announces tentative 2.16% property tax increase; hearings set for July 28 and Aug. 4
Newton County published a tentative 2.16% property tax increase that would raise the millage rate to 8.567 from 8.386; public hearings are scheduled July 28 (11 a.m. and 6 p.m.) and Aug. 4 (6:30 p.m.) at the Newton County Historic Courthouse. Example impacts cited in the notice: about $24.62 for a $350,000 homestead and $21.72 for a $300,000 nonhomestead property.
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August 7, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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Columbia County's Chief Appraiser reveals the secrets behind property valuations and what homeowners need to know about appealing their assessments!

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Columbia County chief appraiser explains how assessments and appeals work
Columbia County Chief Appraiser Morgan Aune explains how assessed values are set, why some neighborhoods saw larger increases, and how residents can appeal notices within a 45-day window. She emphasizes statutory rules, state oversight, and that taxable value is 40% of assessed value.
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July 20, 2026 at 8:51 PM
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Tennessee's Department of Revenue just revealed crucial insights on motor fuel taxes, including rates, filing tips, and exemptions that could impact your wallet!

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Tennessee Department of Revenue outlines motor fuel taxes, filing and exemptions in webinar
Department of Revenue staff explained motor fuel tax types, current rates and due dates, walked through registration and TinTAP filing procedures, and answered attendee questions on pre-collection rules, exemptions and permit renewals.
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July 17, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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The Parkland City Commission has set a proposed millage rate for FY2027 that promises to generate significant revenue while keeping taxes steady for residents.

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Parkland sets FY2027 proposed millage, approves preliminary fire, solid-waste and stormwater assessments
At its July 8 meeting the City of Parkland commission set a proposed FY2027 millage rate of 4.2979 mills and approved preliminary fire, solid-waste and stormwater assessments; commissioners voted unanimously on each measure and scheduled statutorily required public hearings in September.
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July 13, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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Caroline County is considering a new 1% sales tax that could generate $4.5 million for vital capital projects—will voters support this initiative?

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Board hears briefing on optional 1% sales-tax referendum for school projects; timeline and project lists needed
County staff briefed supervisors on a new option to ask voters for an optional 1% local sales tax to fund capital projects, noting an estimated $4.5 million annual yield, legal timeline uncertainties (81 vs. 105 days), and the need to coordinate with the school board to identify projects before moving to referendum.
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July 3, 2026 at 6:35 AM
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Hudson City is grappling with unexpected Airbnb tax collections, raising questions about refunds and the authority over funds—who will ultimately foot the bill?

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County contract led Airbnb to collect Hudson City lodging tax; city seeks refund, clarification
Finance staff told the Hudson City Finance Committee that Columbia County’s agreement with Airbnb led the platform to collect a 5% lodging tax on short-term rentals inside Hudson City. City staff said the county will renegotiate to exclude the city and staff are investigating how to stop collections and return improperly collected funds.
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June 25, 2026 at 10:41 PM