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CriticalDevelopment

Economic development incentive agreements (Projects Sunshine, Volt, Maize)

The city is offering seven years of grants worth 70% of a company's property taxes — roughly $11 million — to land a healthcare manufacturer investing $600 million and creating 335 jobs paying about $71,000. It only pays out if the company hits its investment, wage, and job targets.

7 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

FY 2026-27 Budget: 3-Cent Tax Increase and Service Expansions

Property taxes are going up 2 cents, after a proposal to limit the increase to 1.5 cents failed. Several councilmembers said residents are struggling with inflation and pleaded for deeper cuts; others said the higher rate funds needed services and staff.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 25, 2026