Trenton council reviews draft budget; staff propose 7.8% water-rate increase and bond-funded solar projects At a Trenton City Council study session, staff presented a draft budget that relies on property taxes for roughly 72% of revenue, anticipates about $1 million in state revenue reallocation losses, includes a 3% wage increase for employees, and proposes a 7.8% water-rate increase largely driven by a GLWA pass-through; a public hearing is scheduled for May 4.

Trenton City Council is facing tough decisions with a proposed 7.8% water-rate hike and significant budget shifts that could impact the community’s future.

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