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Buncombe County Opposes State Limits on Local Property Tax Authority

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What happened

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The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution opposing a proposed state constitutional amendment that would limit local governments' ability to levy property taxes. Commissioners stated that such limits would make it harder for the county to provide required services and respond to events like Hurricane Helene. Property tax revenue makes up 69% of the county’s general fund revenue this fiscal year.

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Buncombe County operates under the legislative and regulatory authority of North Carolina, and the proposed amendment would restrict the county's financial levers. Commissioners noted they have limited options for raising revenue to cover mandated services.

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  • BallAdvocates for increased budget flexibility within Buncombe County.
  • Buncombe CountyIs the county operating under North Carolina's state legislative and regulatory authority.
  • AshevilleFunctions as the administrative county seat within Buncombe County.

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