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- Washington cities are requesting the state to raise the cap on annual property tax increases
- The current cap limits property tax increases to 1% per year
- City officials argue that the cap is limiting their ability to adequately fund essential services
- The request comes amid growing concerns over budget shortfalls and increasing costs
- City leaders are hoping for a compromise with the state legislature to address the issue Tone: The tone of the article is informative and objective, presenting the perspectives of both city officials and state legislators.
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Washington Cities To Ask State To Raise Cap On Annual Property Tax Increases
(The Center Square) As federal COVID-19 pandemic aid dries up and budget deficits mount, cities across the state are asking their legislators to let them tax residents more than the 1% cap on annual property tax increases. November and December are budget season for a lot of areas, and this year is no different, other […]
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