Hendersonville adopts 62.8 million budget with tax rise
Hendersonville City Council approves a 62.8 million FY 2024-25 budget raising property taxes by 3 cents to fund an arms race in pay and benefits for city employees. The plan includes a 5 percent cost of living increase for all staff and 10 percent raises for police and firefighters, with the rate update from 49 to 52 cents per 100 assessed value.
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