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City leaders are dipping into dwindling reserves to cover rising labor costs, pushing property taxes higher and sparking public backlash. With nearly $4.3 million more needed for salaries across departments—especially public safety and parks—the budget includes painful cuts to requested projects like a new recreation center. A controversial tax hike, fueled by legal changes and lost revenue from protests, will cost homeowners an extra $61 on a $600K home. Meanwhile, city commissioners and the mayor approved hefty pay raises for themselves—nearly tripling the mayor’s stipend—while residents demand accountability. Another public hearing is set for August 18th to debate the tax increase.

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