Tax lid shapes 2018 city budgets in Kansas counties
The state tax lid limits local spending increases to inflation plus new construction or annexation. Cities offset by shifting funds to bond and interest to stay within limits. new bond payments and public safety costs are exempt. Some fear bonds spur borrowing, while others expect future budget flexibility and more referendums. Four localities near 2018 mill levies illustrate tighter budgets and exemptions.
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Tax lid limits shape Kansas city budgets in first year
Kansas municipalities largely avoided new voter approvals this budget cycle with Megan Gilliland of the Kansas League of Municipalities noting only a few small cities considered referendums. County and city officials discuss debt funding, exemptions, and how the tax lid influences 2018 budgets and future votes.
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Kansas League of Municipalities
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League
Douglas County
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