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Sherburne County residents could see their biggest tax hike in 10 years
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ashley Halbach , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Sherburne County residents could face the county’s biggest property tax levy increase in a decade as commissioners weigh a 9.6% hike for 2027. 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS reporter Harrison Klopp asked county leaders why the increase is needed and found taxpayers are unhappy about it. LaDonna Hensel of Elk ...
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Key takeaway 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS reporter Harrison Klopp asked county leaders why the increase is needed and found taxpayers are unhappy about it.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The potential 9.6% tax levy increase in Sherburne County has significant implications for Minneapolis-area residents who commute to or have ties with the county. As the Twin Cities region continues to grow, the effects of tax hikes in surrounding counties can ripple into Minneapolis, impacting the overall cost of living and economic competitiveness. The fact that unfunded state and federal mandates are driving a substantial portion of the increase raises questions about the balance of power between local and state governments. Minneapolis residents may want to pay attention to how Sherburne County navigates this challenge, as similar issues could arise in Hennepin County. The Minnesota African American Family Preservation Child Welfare Disparities Act, cited as one of the contributing mandates, is a state-level policy that may have broader regional implications, making it a worth-watching development for those interested in local governance and social services.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Sherburne County residents could face the county’s biggest property tax levy increase in a decade as commissioners weigh a 9.6% hike for 2027. 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS reporter Harrison Klopp asked county leaders why the increase is needed and found taxpayers are unhappy about it. LaDonna Hensel of Elk ...
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