Interim Budget and Property Tax Increase

Expressed opposition to the proposed property tax increase, suggesting a better balance between funding city needs and fiscal restraint.

Asked the Council to consider residents struggling financially and explore alternatives to raising property taxes.

Objected to the 16.5% proposed tax increase as too high compared to overall economic growth and suggested cutting costs.

Expressed concern that the community is becoming unaffordable and asked the Council to vote against the property tax increase while cutting expenses elsewhere.

Spoke against the tax increase, noting that rising utility costs combined with property taxes make finances challenging for working seniors.

Requested that the Council look for ways to lower taxes, stating that a 16.5% increase is too high for long-term residents.

Opposed the proposed tax increase based on her experience on the Planning Commission, urging the Council to make budget cuts instead.