Cash Woes Hit Cities Amid Inflation and Slump
Inflation and recession strain city budgets as income falls and demand for basic services rises. Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson warns higher taxes chase away businesses and homeowners, leaving fewer tax bases to fund services. Bridgeport and Detroit face layoffs, severance costs, and payroll cuts as officials seek savings.
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Cities in Crisis II highlights rising costs across urban centers
Associated Press reports show cities shrinking services from recreation centers to immunization clinics while struggling to fund basic needs. Detroit seeks a higher commuter income tax. Minneapolis splits new revenues between inner city and suburbs. Property tax valuation trends vary, with Dallas up about 26 percent and Milwaukee modestly rising, pressuring capital projects and borrowing plans. Newark notes steady tax collection but rising assessed value.
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