A city council, facing financial crisis, is seeking new revenue through a tax increase, with the mayor urging residents to support the move.
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A city council, facing financial crisis, is seeking new revenue through a tax increase, with the mayor urging residents to support the move.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.In a mayoral race, candidates are debating tax hikes, with one candidate opposing the increase while the other plans a ballot initiative against the city council.1 source
- Mayor shelves the city earnings tax increase.Sub-event
Council members opposed the mayor's tax referendum and procedural violations, pushing for a millionaire tax.1 source
City council facing financial crisis seeks tax revenue via increase.1 source
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