Parker discusses economy, other issues in meeting Nov 6, 2009
If you are a large-scale manufacturing entity and want to relocate to Texas, I want to see to it that Texas re-invests a portion of the additonal sales tax revenue your presence brings into workforce development training to help meet your employment needs," Parker said.Parker said another effort he will fight for is incentivizing landowners to use their property for economic development by stopping the penalties that are handed out for developing a property that had previously been designated... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Nuçi's loses in tax case Nov 6, 2009
com The state Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday that the Athens nonprofit Nu i's Space must pay property taxes ... The state Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday that the Athens nonprofit Nu i's Space must pay property taxes ... The appeals court overturned a decision by Clarke County Superior Court Judge Lawton Stephens that Nu;i's Space, a rehearsal site and resource center for musicians, is exempt from property taxes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
City council takes stance supporting LS Power project; hoping action prods others Nov 6, 2009
He observed for the audience that if a public utility, such as Xcel Energy, would construct a similar project there'd be no property tax relief coming to local jurisdictions because public utilities fall under a different tax code. LS Power, as a private developer and utility provider, is paying property tax. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
County bill to collect fees from nonprofits Nov 6, 2009
According to Councilman Chuck McCullough, R-Upper St. Clair, who introduced the bill in March 2008, Allegheny County currently has about 25,000 properties classified as exempt from real property tax, yet their owners receive and benefit from county services such as public safety and public works. In his proposal, Mr. McCullough said this bill is unlike previous county attempts to impose property taxes on nonprofit organizations ... All city and county authorities will be exempted from the fees,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Kan. Group Cuts Revenue Forecast $235M Nov 6, 2009
Budget Director Duane Goossen said Parkinson would be looking at making close to $260 million in cuts, a lower figure that doesn't include additional money for schools with increased enrollments, lower property tax valuations or additional funding for students in poverty. Forecasters did project a 2. (ABC News -- Wire)
Property taxes hurting S.C. economy Nov 6, 2009
Our current property tax laws are dramatically impacting our state s economy ... Property tax assessments that automatically take place when you buy or renovate real property are dramatically increasing property taxes ... That s why Realtors believe that lowering your property taxes must remain the top legislative priority at the Statehouse. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
County contracts with attorney to speed caseload Nov 6, 2009
approved a request from Craig Morgan, who represents the county s property tax collection attorney, to allow the lowering of the minimum bid for several properties that have not previously received the minimum bids to clear all liens. appointed Mary Helen Ortega as temporary election judge for Pct. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
Park County Sheriff Scott Steward explains to the county commissioners and local car dealers Tuesday why he purchased six new vehicles in New Jersey without seeking local bids. Nov 6, 2009
Dewey wrote on Nov 5, 2009 8:32 AM:" All of these Commissioners claim to be Republicans . Until the rubber meets the road , anyway. The Sheriff practiced smaller government by not engaging a carousel bureaucracy ; he saved the taxpayers a substantial amount of money ; he exercised some solid personal responsibility towards the operational interests of his vital public service department. And for this he gets called on the carpet. That , people, is called Hypocrisy. I am completely with Scott on... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Roberts appointed acting clerk-treasurer while ISP, FBI investigations continue Nov 6, 2009
Reedy said that, during his work as financial consultant for the county, he discovered that the Town of Brownstown was 105,000 under the property tax levy because the assessed valuation dropped by 20 percent due to the 2009 supplemental and homestead deductions. There is a mechanism in place to recoup that amount for 2010, so he filed an appeal on the towns behalf with the Dept. of Local Government Finance on Oct. 19, Reedy said. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Prop. 13s damage Nov 6, 2009
Scorn for property taxes drives NJ governor's race ... For the privilege of living in perhaps the nation's most-maligned state, New Jerseyans pay the highest property taxes in America ... Fresno County farmers could face higher property taxes as a result of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's decision to eliminate funding for a popular farmland conservation program, county officials say. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Mike Virtue re-elected Nov 5, 2009
Revenue for the pool is split between property tax dollars and ticket sales ... "Right now, they're paying the same (fee as city residents to use the water and sewer system), but none of their property taxes are going into the city." By Yann Ranaivo. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Quayle, Daines claim Logan Council seats Nov 5, 2009
cheerfultoo wrote on Nov 4, 2009 7:06 PM:" I'm new in the area, but it looked to me like the winners, Watts, Quale, and Daines have done a good job so far keeping the city solvent. I do think, however, the raise in property taxes at such a time, and especially since the market is slow and money is tight, was unconscionable, and I would like to know who was responsible for that and see what can be done to remove such. ". PeterBrunson wrote on Nov 4, 2009 8:52 PM:" Property tax is raised every... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Candidates for mayor, council, school board Nov 5, 2009
3 mill property tax renewal for village expenses is on the ballot ... A proposed charter amendment would renew a 3-mill property tax for safety services for five years. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
County receives state payment for detour use Nov 5, 2009
The information post cards will be mailed to 1261 veterans identified from property tax records ... A resolution granting the suspension of property taxes was approved by the Board. (Kalona News, IA)
Supervisors discuss future of current jail Nov 5, 2009
Davis also submitted the insolvent mobile home and personal property tax list. For 2008 taxes, Davis reported that 15 of 1,019 accounts were delinquent and the largest of them is the Scott County Co-Op which owes 10,872. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Popular place Nov 5, 2009
Most of everything in our city is supported by sales tax, and some by property tax. Our city council has chosen to keep funding the library, and I like that. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Layoffs projected for fiscal 2011 Nov 5, 2009
According to early projections, which were presented by both Longo and Treasurer/Collector Nancy Holt, a significant decline in the town s No. 2 source of income behind property taxes state aid is the culprit ... According to the numbers, property tax is projected to increase by $1. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Nov. 5 letters to the editor Nov 5, 2009
Our elected officials have uniquely pulled items out of the operating budget each year and made them capital expenditures paid for through capital overrides, which is another way of taxing us over and above our property taxes ... What that means is, you have your Property Tax, plus Capital Override Tax, Operational Override Tax and fees all added on top each year. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Second property taxbills are due Nov. 10 Nov 5, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2009 6:09 AM CDT Reminder from Blackford County Treasurer Ed Hollander: Your fall property tax installment is due November 10. I just want to remind people. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
What's going on... Nov 5, 2009
Property tax bills due. The second installment of property taxes is due. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Republican Chris Christie wins N.J. governorship Nov 5, 2009
8%, a 32-year high, and the highest property taxes in the nation. As state revenue plunges in the recession, Corzine has not provided the property tax relief he promised voters when he was elected ... Corzine has been deeply unpopular with voters over the state's financial troubles, incurring anger not only over property taxes but also a proposal to raise tolls on the New Jersey Turnpike. (Pensacola News Journal)
FUSD bond measure plan moves forward Nov 5, 2009
Since June, however, the economy has spiraled downward, making a bond-measure property tax increase a harder sell. And Central District farmers who opposed the June bond measure hope to block this initiative as well. (Fresno Bee)
News analysis: Tax activists lose, but roll on Nov 5, 2009
But he clearly overreached with Initiative 1033, which would have slapped growth caps on state, county and city checking accounts while doling out property tax cuts and putting any tax hikes on the ballot ... As a smaller-government project wrapped in the promise of reduced property taxes, it could have been well-positioned to win among voters who have seen home values plummet while hearing politicians float tax hikes as a possible salve for service cuts. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Resident: Southwest Escrow Hasn't Paid My Taxes For 4 Years Nov 5, 2009
Along with them, a lawsuit filed this week alleges that $133,000 in property payments is currently unaccounted for along with $357,000 in property tax payments. However, according to one client, the number may be higher. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 5, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Most tax measures being approved Nov 5, 2009
Faced with soaring public employee benefit costs, plunging property tax revenues and periodic budget raids from the state, many Bay Area cities are struggling to balance their budgets. Most have already slashed library and senior center hours, laid off staff, frozen salaries and raised fees. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Libraries need to promote learning atmosphere Nov 5, 2009
The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County expects to receive $100 million over five years through a property tax measure that will cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $30 a year. "We are just so thankful that the community felt strongly enough about libraries that they were willing to give us this level of support and take on an additional tax to make sure we could keep our libraries open," said Kim Fender, the Cincinnati library's executive director. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
More of this story Nov 5, 2009
5 million, in property tax revenue to operate Glacier County for the 12-month period starting July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2010. Ten days later, on Oct. 29, the Glacier County Commissioners approved the final budget for FY 2009-2010. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Billboards sprouting up along Route 3 a sign of the times Nov 5, 2009
Lowell business owner Peter Doyle says the property taxes on his Chelmsford Street shop have increased by 10 times the original amount since he purchased the land and developed it ... He is not the only beneficiary, however; the city of Lowell collects additional property tax on the space ... For the third board, which sits on land owned by a church, the town will receive a share of advertising revenue, plus increased property taxes on the space. (Boston Globe)
Voters affirm Dayton-area school levies Nov 5, 2009
5-mill property tax levy and income tax increase to raise $14 million during the next 28 years. The levy passed 58 percent to 42 percent. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Initiative 1033 Loses Badly Nov 5, 2009
Any taxes collected above the cap would have automatically flowed into a separate account, which would replace property tax revenue in the following year, giving property owners a break on their bill. Governments could collect revenue above the limit only by getting voter approval for new taxes. (KIRO TV, WA)
Virtue leading Hulse Nov 5, 2009
"If we want to keep the pool, which everybody does, the people in the county have to realize that if they want to use it, they will have to pay more." Revenue for the pool is split between property tax dollars and ticket sales ... "Right now, they're paying the same (fee as city residents to use the water and sewer system), but none of their property taxes are going into the city." Despite his intentions to continue improving the city's water system, one of Virtue's opponents said he has failed... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Measure A business tax defeated in Palo Alto Nov 5, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 1:57 AM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Virtue leading Hulse Nov 4, 2009
"If we want to keep the pool, which everybody does, the people in the county have to realize that if they want to use it, they will have to pay more." Revenue for the pool is split between property tax dollars and ticket sales ... "Right now, they're paying the same (fee as city residents to use the water and sewer system), but none of their property taxes are going into the city." Despite his intentions to continue improving the city's water system, one of Virtue's opponents said he has failed... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Soccer fields get go-ahead in Hopkinton Nov 4, 2009
Town Meeting voters last year approved using $1 million in community preservation money drawn from an existing property tax surcharge for the project. The soccer association is required to chip in $500,000 and plans to take out a bank loan. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
•Greenwood seeks loan due to late taxes Nov 4, 2009
Greenwood routinely borrows money when property tax bills are sent out late and for the fire and parks departments, which typically run short of cash while waiting for tax income to arrive. But the city will have to borrow more going into next year because delayed payments from the state and the city-owned sewer utility are expected to cause a deficit totaling $2. (The Daily Journal)
11 amendments on ballot Nov 4, 2009
Comments by supporters: The legislative restriction on valuation allowed by the proposed amendment is not a radical departure from existing property tax practices, but rather resembles restrictions that already apply to agricultural and open-space land ... Comments by Supporters: While the property tax system is primarily administered on the local level, the state retains an interest in property tax appraisal professionalism and competence ... The state also has an interest in the consistent... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
No changes on council Nov 4, 2009
Since then, the city has gone three years without property tax increases ... Smith said during his campaign that property tax rates increases for residents should be the very last resort for balancing future budgets. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
24 South St. Notebook Nov 4, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:50 PM EDT. The address for Auburn's Memorial City Hall on South Street is familiar to many follower's of the city's government and its political scene. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Second property taxbills are due Nov. 10 Nov 4, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2009 6:09 AM CDT Reminder from Blackford County Treasurer Ed Hollander: Your fall property tax installment is due November 10. I just want to remind people. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Normal Parks not receiving preschool applications after budget cuts Nov 4, 2009
He also opposes the plan to increase property taxes by 4 cents per $100 equalized assessed valuation to fund mandated pension costs; preferring the council opt for the more "equitable" increase in sales tax ... Council member say that despite the proposed property tax hike, the town still has one of -- if not the -- lowest rates of comparable cities. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Colonie sticks with Ms. Mahan Nov 4, 2009
First published in print: Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Colonie voters took another significant step toward restoring a town once known for its relative affluence to sound fiscal footing Tuesday by re-electing Paula Mahan as supervisor. (Albany Times Union)
Voters say yes to all referendums Nov 4, 2009
In Cape Canaveral, an approved referendum will now allow the council to grant property tax exemptions to new businesses or expansions of existing businesses. In Melbourne Beach, a referendum that seeks to authorize the city to make payments electronically or by wire and invest city funds as approved by the town commission was approved by voters. (Florida Today)
Minn. lawsuit challenges Pawlentys budget cuts Nov 4, 2009
It seeks class-action status for everyone who will lose state aid for medically prescribed diets or get smaller property tax refunds for renters ... Pawlenty reduced property tax refunds for renters and eliminated funding for the special diet program starting Nov. 1. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
GOP Wins Control of Penn. Supreme Court Nov 4, 2009
The court also could decide cases on issues such as same-sex marriage, municipal gun control ordinances, medical malpractice and whether property tax assessments are a state or local issue, Porter said. There is a decidedly political element to off-year elections, said Rob Byer, a former Commonwealth Court judge who has an appellate practice with Duane Morris LLP.. (Newsmax)
GOP's Christie wins N.J. race Nov 4, 2009
8%, a 32-year high, and the highest property taxes in the nation. As state revenue plunges in the recession, Corzine has not provided the property tax relief he promised voters when he was elected ... Corzine has been deeply unpopular with voters over the state's financial troubles, incurring anger not only over property taxes but also a proposal to raise tolls on the New Jersey Turnpike. (USA Today)
Oconee residents voice concerns at town hall Nov 4, 2009
Davis explained Hood's complaint should be addressed to the school system, which receives 72 percent of property tax revenue. Kay Shepard asked about plans for the Daniells Bridge Road overpass. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Large Malibu contingent expected to attend septic hearing Nov 4, 2009
" Jim vonMeier wrote on Oct 28, 2009 3:04 PM:" I work with communities around the country helping them fight these big-pipe projects and I do it by first exposing the reason these projects are being pushed; it is not to protect the environment or the publics health, it is done so developers can build dense packed housing which means more profits for them and more property tax dollars for the county (plus a monthly revenue streamthey dont treat your sewage for free you know). Go ahead,... (Malibu Times, CA)
Letter rebuttal: Obama certainly is anti-gun Nov 4, 2009
First of all, Illinois hardly has "one of the highest taxes in the country" whether its income taxes (3% flat tax) or property tax (no state property tax). They do have a high sales tax of 6. (Montana Standard, MT)
Property tax bills go before panel Nov 4, 2009
Two bills designed to give more property tax relief to lower-income people and those on fixed incomes will be discussed at a City Council Budget Committee meeting at 9 a.m. tomorrow ... For example, if a family earning $50,000 has a property tax bill of $3,000, it would get a $1,000 tax credit because its tax liability would be capped at $2,000 (4 percent of $50,000) ... But if the same family owed only $1,500 in property tax, it would not get any tax credit because the maximum liability at that... (Honolulu Advertiser)
County contracts with attorney to speed caseload Nov 4, 2009
approved a request from Craig Morgan, who represents the county s property tax collection attorney, to allow the lowering of the minimum bid for several properties that have not previously received the minimum bids to clear all liens. appointed Mary Helen Ortega as temporary election judge for Pct. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
GOP rides wave of discontent to NJ governorship Nov 4, 2009
The election between an unpopular incumbent and a hard-charging challenger focused on New Jersey's ailing economy, its highest-in-the-nation property taxes and even Christie's weight ... 8 percent in October, and property taxes averaged $7,045 per household ... Corzine failed to deliver property tax relief to the middle class that he promised four years ago, though he did preserve rebates to senior citizens and low-income wage-earners. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Candidates for mayor, council, school board Nov 3, 2009
3 mill property tax renewal for village expenses is on the ballot ... A proposed charter amendment would renew a 3-mill property tax for safety services for five years. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Popular place Nov 3, 2009
Most of everything in our city is supported by sales tax, and some by property tax. Our city council has chosen to keep funding the library, and I like that. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Tax Limits: Time for TABOR in Maine Nov 3, 2009
Initiative 1033 in Washington would limit revenue growth to the inflation-plus population formula and refund excesses to residents in the form of property tax relief. As a result of these measures, the rent-seeking public employee unions, nonprofits and businesses that profit directly from government spending are throwing millions of dollars and spreading countless lies into opposing them. (Human Events Online)
Simpson cosponsors tax bill Nov 3, 2009
"Throughout their lives, people pay sales tax, property tax, and income tax on their assets. Paying Uncle Sam again should not be part of the grieving process." The death tax accounts for less than one percent of the federal budget, but almost one-third of business owners are forced to sell their businesses or liquidate a portion of their assets to pay death taxes. Far from benefiting only the richest citizens, the repeal of the death tax assists people such as farmers, ranchers, small business... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
What's going on... Nov 3, 2009
Property tax bills due. The second installment of property taxes is due. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Money has Stanislaus supervisors considering more layoffs Nov 3, 2009
4 million in property tax breaks for farmers previously covered by the state. On the Net. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Oregon tries to tap into growing solar power demand Nov 3, 2009
The tax credit and property tax waivers had even more pull for Sanyo Solar, which last month opened its wafer and ingot facility in Salem ... Combined, the Business Energy Tax Credit, enterprise zone property tax waiver, and other incentives are estimated to cover half of Sanyo's $80 million costs to set up its Salem plant ... That's likely to include the Business Energy Tax Credit, as well as the enterprise zone tax break, which would waive three years -- and possibly two additional years of... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
* CEPD chief favors taxing capital gains on property Nov 3, 2009
However, the Tax Reform Committee, due to disband by the end of the year, is unlikely to take up the proposed property tax hikes, a finance ministry official said, requesting anonymity. The official said property transactions gains are already subject to taxes, but dishonest filings make it difficult to collect the levy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
State Property Tax? Don't Count On It Nov 3, 2009
Supporters of Propositions 2, 3 and 5 insist they would not create a statewide property tax in Texas despite emails that claim otherwise ... "I don't see anything in the amendment that overturns the prohibition of a state property tax levy itself," he said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Editorial: Sac County must usher in new era Nov 3, 2009
Instead, property tax revenue dropped 8 percent and sales tax revenue fell by 14 percent ... Given the high cost of government and falling property values, many of these communities no longer generate sufficient property tax to pay for the kinds of municipal services residents expect and need. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Cuts, tax increases back in the mix for Bloomington Nov 3, 2009
The council is facing a decision to increase property taxes to cover pension costs and may consider additional increases. State-mandated contributions to the police and fire pensions likely will force the city to increase property taxes by $30 ... Mayor Steve Stockton said the council has to consider making the property tax pick up more of the city costs as sales tax revenues continue to dwindle. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Home Owner: Southwest Escrow Took My Money Nov 3, 2009
"However, it was back this summer that Gamez felt something was wrong when she received a notice that her property taxes hadn't been paid. She said Southwest Escrow was responsible."I told Southwest Escrow that my taxes weren't being paid, and they let me know, Oh you know what Ms. Gamez, we made a mistake, and we'll be paying your taxes," Gamez said.Now Gamez believes that was a lie. She said she called El Paso property tax office to confirm the payments, but instead they told her she owed... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
11 amendments on ballot Nov 3, 2009
Comments by supporters: The legislative restriction on valuation allowed by the proposed amendment is not a radical departure from existing property tax practices, but rather resembles restrictions that already apply to agricultural and open-space land ... Comments by Supporters: While the property tax system is primarily administered on the local level, the state retains an interest in property tax appraisal professionalism and competence ... The state also has an interest in the consistent... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
