During a recent government meeting, city officials reassured residents that the city is financially stable and operating efficiently. The discussion highlighted that the city is not overspending and is returning a significant amount of funds to taxpayers, specifically allowing them to retain $784,000 that could have been collected.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding the tax rate, where officials noted the absence of public inquiries or concerns. Following this, a motion was introduced to adopt a combined tax rate of 0.656645 per $100 of evaluation for the upcoming fiscal year 2025. The motion was passed unanimously by a show of hands.

Additionally, the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025 was presented, with a public hearing scheduled for September 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Officials will consider the introduction of the ordinance for the operating budget during that meeting. This proactive approach indicates the city’s commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility as it prepares for the upcoming budget year.