Millage debates linger as assessed values jump
Venice debates millage rates amid a $1.5 billion land assessment overvaluation. City officials consider lowering the rate to 3.927 mills to offset prior increases, with potential deficits and budget priorities in August. Schools face maintenance millage that cannot be rolled back despite a 55 percent value rise.
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Tax increase urged to fund county police and fire services
A county leader notes final budget figures are not yet ready but argues that expanding property assessments is needed to deliver essential services, including law enforcement and fire protection, with a statewide bubble in value anticipated this year.
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