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Christmas holiday schedule for city employees

After a spirited debate over costs and fairness to essential workers, employees get Dec. 24, 25, 28 plus an extra paid day on Wednesday, Dec. 23 — a win pushed by Councilman Rising.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 5, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

FY 2026-2027 City Budget

The new budget holds the property tax rate at $0.65 per $100 but raises water and sewer rates 4% and includes a 3.5% cost-of-living raise for city workers plus an extra 1.5% for law enforcement. Electric rate adjustments will come before the council in August.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 13, 2026