Leavenworth staff present mid‑biennial budget review; recommend taking allowable 1% property-tax increase City staff presented a department-by-department mid-biennial budget review and recommended the council consider taking the statutory 1% levy increase for 2026. Staff described an increase driven by new construction revenue and rising insurance and operating costs and said a final levy ordinance would return to council on Nov. 12.

Leavenworth's city staff are recommending a 1% property-tax increase to tackle rising costs and fund new construction projects—will the council agree?

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Leavenworth Commissioners Discuss Budget Cuts to Avoid Tax Increases Citizens urge city leaders to reconsider tax hikes amid budget inefficiencies.

Residents are demanding a reevaluation of the Leavenworth budget after funds for cake and coffee overshadow critical community needs like stormwater management and sinkhole repairs.

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Mayor Holly Pittman addresses tax concerns at Leavenworth budget meeting Pittman clarifies budget concerns amid community tax complaints and emergency service funding.

Mayor Holly Pittman faced tough questions from Leavenworth residents about rising taxes and budget management during a pivotal city commission meeting.

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