Pasco Budget Faces Shortfall Amid Tax Levy Discussions
What happened
Pasco Mayor Charles Grimm noted that Pasco's tax levy rate is lower than those of Richland and Kennewick. The preliminary budget projects a shortfall of approximately $12 million in 2027 and $16 million in 2028. City Council is considering taking the full 1% property tax levy increase allowed under state law for 2027.
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Why it matters
The financial gap requires Pasco to make difficult budget decisions, including potential cuts to fire and police services. The proposed 1% property tax increase could add about $35 to the city portion of the property tax bill for a home valued at $500,000 in 2027.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- PascoSpeculative
Residents might face increased property tax costs if the proposed 1% levy increase is adopted by the City Council