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Saratoga Springs City
Taxes Budget

Property Tax Increase

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Supportive (6)Opposed (9)Concerned (4)

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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.

Public comments (19)

SupportiveJulie KingAug 11, 2026

A former official who supports the tax increase, noting the city's growth and the need for public safety investments.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 3:07 →
OpposedDaniel DunhamAug 11, 2026

Opposed the increase, criticizing the police department's funding and conduct.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 6:32 →
OpposedMorgan HumphriesAug 11, 2026

Opposed the 50% increase as excessive and questioned city spending efficiency.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00 →
SupportiveBrian KingAug 11, 2026

Supports the increase to fund necessary public safety services.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 13:33 →
ConcernedJennifer ScrantonAug 11, 2026

Concerned about the increase and asked why growth hasn't covered the costs.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 14:52 →
SupportiveClarissa CooperAug 11, 2026

Supports the increase, specifically for the library and fire protection.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 16:05 →
ConcernedKaren CrouchAug 11, 2026

Concerned about the 50% jump and asked if the city has cut all waste.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 17:40 →
OpposedSteven WinkovichAug 11, 2026

Opposed the 50% increase, suggesting a more gradual approach.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 19:02 →
OpposedLynn ArchuletaAug 11, 2026

Opposed the 50% increase as extreme for those on fixed incomes.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 22:32 →
ConcernedBeth AllenAug 11, 2026

Asked why business growth hasn't compensated for the tax need.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 26:09 →
OpposedKevin MarshAug 11, 2026

Opposed the 50% increase, suggesting a smaller 12-17% hike.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 27:42 →
SupportiveBrandon AndersonAug 11, 2026

Supports the increase for better traffic enforcement and public safety.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 28:28 →
OpposedJosh KimballAug 11, 2026

Opposed the increase, arguing that growth should cover the costs.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 29:21 →
SupportiveJordan HydeAug 11, 2026

Supports the increase as a necessary investment in city services.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 29:59 →
OpposedTammy ChristophersonAug 11, 2026

Opposed the increase, citing the burden on retirees.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 34:45 →
OpposedDerrick AndrewsAug 11, 2026

Opposed the increase and raised concerns about police surveillance technology.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 38:00 →
OpposedSammy ReyesAug 11, 2026

Opposed the 50% increase and asked for more visibility into city finances.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 41:35 →
SupportiveJoylin LincolnAug 11, 2026

Appreciates the council's effort to balance services and taxes.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 44:28 →
ConcernedClarissa BascomAug 11, 2026

Requested more information and transparency regarding the city's financial history.

City Council - Aug 11, 2026 · 31:13 →

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