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St. Paul Mayor Walks Tightrope on Budget | Minneapolis News
St. Paul’s new mayor Kaohly Her delivers a high-stakes budget address, tackling a $26 million shortfall with a 6.8% property tax hike—just $58 a year for most homeowners—and offsetting costs by taking a $20K pay cut and cutting police force by 11 officers. She defends tough choices amid backlash over the Pig’s Eye Park encampment, arguing a true solution to homelessness would require a 50% tax jump—too much for residents to bear. Also navigating sexual harassment allegations from top staff, she emphasizes responsible governance to boost business, safety, and services without breaking the…
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