Summary
The city is deciding whether to keep the constant yield tax rate, which it has used since FY 2021. Some councilmembers say rising costs make it unrealistic.
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Last discussed May 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Keeping the constant yield means the city collects roughly the same inflation-adjusted property tax revenue, which could squeeze the budget as costs rise.
Property owners who'd otherwise face tax increases tied to rising assessments.
City services could face funding shortfalls if expenses outpace the capped revenue.
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