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HighTaxes Budget

2027 City Budget and 5% Employee Raises

Non-union employees, contract-covered union employees, and elected officials all get 5% raises in 2027 — following a 10% raise last year. Supporters say competitive pay keeps quality workers; dissenters want a market study first and worry about future layoffs.

5 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 15, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

Emergency Repair Program Extension

The $10,000 emergency home repair benefit now follows the homeowner instead of the house, so new owners can still qualify even if the previous owner used the money.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 14, 2026