New Castle County executive proposes 17.2% property tax increase in FY27 budget to close roughly $42 million shortfall County Executive Marcus Henry presented a FY27 operating budget of $387.6 million and proposed a 17.2% county property tax increase plus a 5% sewer consumption-rate adjustment to address an estimated $36–$42 million budget shortfall; council scheduled public budget hearings in April and May.

County Executive Marcus Henry's FY27 budget proposal includes a staggering 17.2% property tax increase to tackle a $42 million shortfall—how will this impact you?

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Newcastle County Council approves $71M bond and 2026 capital program Council passes ordinance for bond issuance and adopts new capital program for Newcastle County.

New Castle County Council just approved a staggering $71 million bond to fund essential community projects, signaling a bold step towards a brighter future!

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