Truth in Taxation Property Tax Increase

Questioned why taxes need to be raised when the city's general fund reserves are already near the higher end (32.2%) of the state's 5% to 35% range.

Asked for clarification on budget graphs, reserve funds, sales tax distribution, and the disproportionate tax impacts on commercial properties.

Suggested utilizing reserves instead of implementing a permanent tax increase and asked what the city is doing to attract new businesses.

Asked if a line-item budget was published and whether services would be diminished or elevated by the tax increase.