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Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate

Council held public hearings on the upcoming municipal budget and property tax rate schedule, postponing final budget adoption to the next meeting while scheduling the tax rate public hearing for September 16.

6 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Sep 22, 2026

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Animal Control and Pet Limits

Addressing widespread stray animal and leash law issues, the council reviewed a comprehensive draft ordinance update. The new rules will revise pet ownership caps and establish stricter multi-animal permitting standards.

2 mentionsLast discussed May 12, 2026