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Lehigh and Northampton Counties Propose Significant Property Tax Increases

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5
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Northampton County Executive Tara Zrinski announced a 4.7 million property tax increase, which amounts to 43.5%. This proposal is the first property tax increase in more than a decade for the county. Meanwhile, Lehigh County proposed an 18% tax increase, citing factors like massive inflation, a once-in-a-century pandemic, and growing demand for services.

From wfmz.com

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Both counties are proposing major tax hikes due to fiscal pressures, including budget cuts and increased demand for public services. The Northampton County increase represents the most significant rate change in recent memory, following consecutive budget cuts.

From wfmz.com

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    Residents might face increased costs due to the proposed 18% tax increase.

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