Local governments cautious on Branstad property tax plan
The Gazette reports Iowa officials and city leaders express concern over governor-elect Branstad’s proposal to cut commercial property tax rates for new businesses to 60 or 65 percent, with a four to five year phase down for existing ones. They warn state buyout funds must be dependable and highlight Cedar Rapids reliance on property taxes, no gaming revenue, and flood recovery needs.
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Branstad Proposes Tax Plan to Spur Iowa Jobs
Governor-elect Terry Branstad outlines a tax proposal to cut the levy on new commercial property to 60 or 65 percent of the current rate and phase existing commercial property taxes down to 60 to 65 percent over four or five years. The plan also offers local governments up to 500 million dollars annually to offset revenue losses.
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Cedar River coalition seeks 60 million annual flood funding
The Cedar River Watershed Coalition led by Sen. Rob Hogg asks Iowa for 60 million dollars yearly to fund 40 projects across the Cedar River basin. The plan emphasizes wetlands restoration prairie plantings and forested floodplain protection to reduce future flood damage and improve water quality.
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Paulsen vows major trimming of Iowa agencies and programs
Iowa House Speaker-elect Kraig Paulsen says the 2011 session will shrink state government with fewer agencies and programs. He targets the Iowa Power Fund and Grow Iowa Values Fund for elimination or replacement and hints at consolidations while avoiding naming specific departments.
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