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St. Paul's Budget Crunch | Minneapolis News
St. Paul’s facing a $26 million budget shortfall next year, with Mayor Kaohly Her blaming inherited challenges and rising costs—from gas for police cars to asphalt for streets. She’s hitting the pavement, holding town halls to hear from residents already feeling the pinch, especially with rising property taxes. Her’s eyeing tax hikes and expanding the tax base, particularly in industrial zones, while hinting at potential cuts to services. With a huge chunk of the budget tied to salaries and benefits, the mayor’s summer proposal will be a tightrope walk: how to fund essentials without breaking…
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