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Withdrawal of three assessment increases
Summary
Mayor Parris pulled the plug on the drainage, lighting, and landscape assessment hikes, vowing they won't return while he's mayor. The council must still find another way to fund those services, and pledged senior discounts and working groups.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Avoided increases of roughly 2.9%–3.5% on drainage, lighting, and landscape assessments.
✅Who benefits
Property owners, especially seniors on fixed incomes, avoid new charges.
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