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2 issues in taxes budget with high priority

HighTaxes Budget

Real Property Transfer Tax Foreclosure Exception Ballot Measure

Voters will decide in November on a measure to remove transfer tax exemptions for certain foreclosure transactions, generating counter-cyclical revenue for the city.

7 mentionsLast discussed Jul 7, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

Delinquent Business Taxes and Property Liens

The city is moving forward with placing property tax liens on over 1,800 parcels for unpaid business taxes, penalties, and administrative fees totaling $5.5 million. Officials noted that while the total has dropped due to outreach, unpaid amounts go straight to the general fund.

4 mentionsLast discussed Jan 20, 2026