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Why St. Cloud’s mayor is proposing a 3.75% property tax hike
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points 75%, which would be in addition to a previously approved increase. A proposal to increase property taxes is under consideration.
A proposal to increase property taxes is under consideration. The aim is to maintain city staffing levels, particularly for public safety personnel. A homeowner and mother of two is monitoring the situation, seeking clarity on how the funds would be used.
The proposed increase is 3.75%, which would be in addition to a previously approved increase. This existing increase is tied to funding for a specific city department.
Further information on the proposal is available, including details on the potential impact on taxpayers and the city's budget.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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