Summary
Michael Thompson urged council members to say how they'd spend the roughly $639,000 the tax-cap repeal would raise — suggesting a special police unit, reopening the Hess Fire Station, and animal control. Councilman Ostash clarified members can advocate off the dais and said he is speaking at the Chamber breakfast and posting a yard sign.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
The proposal would restore roughly $639,000 in annual tax revenue if approved.
City services funded by the restored revenue, if voters approve it.
Residents, property owners, and businesses facing higher taxes would be negatively affected.
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City Council - Sep 28, 2026
Michael Thompson urged council members to say how they'd spend the roughly $639,000 the tax-cap repeal would raise — suggesting a special police unit, reopening the Hess Fire Station, and animal control. Councilman Ostash clarified members can advocate off the dais and said he is speaking at the Chamber breakfast and posting a yard sign.
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