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Wilmington’s City Council just greenlit a $350 million budget that balances taxpayer costs with vital services and infrastructure — and one councilmember explains why she voted yes. Cassidy Santaguida highlights a key win: slashing a proposed tax hike to a modest $18 monthly increase, which she says delivers outsized value. The plan boosts wages for essential workers like police and firefighters to attract and retain talent, while funding major projects like the Pine Grove Drive bridge replacement and riverfront bulkhead repairs. Though three council members opposed it, the budget — kicking off July 1 — signals a major investment in the city’s future, with every dollar aimed at keeping things running smoothly for residents.

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