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Harrisburg Proposes Budget Cuts and Tax Increases After Losing ARPA Funding

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What happened

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Harrisburg is proposing a 2027 budget of $110 million, which is a decrease from the $127 million budget in 2026. This change follows the city losing funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The proposal includes a 12% increase to real estate taxes and a 4.25% increase in the trash pickup rate. The property tax increase is expected to generate $2 million for a Street Light Fund.

From local21news.com

Why it matters

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The loss of American Rescue Plan Act revenue forced the city to implement significant spending cuts and raise local taxes to cover revenue gaps. The increased real estate tax revenue is earmarked for street light repairs and maintenance.

From local21news.com

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    The city's loss of ARPA funding might create fiscal stress impacting state political and economic stability.

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