Summary
The city is moving forward with placing property tax liens on over 1,800 parcels for unpaid business taxes, penalties, and administrative fees totaling $5.5 million. Officials noted that while the total has dropped due to outreach, unpaid amounts go straight to the general fund.
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Recovers approximately $5.5 million in delinquent revenues for the city's general purpose fund.
City taxpayers and residents who rely on general fund-supported municipal services.
Property owners facing liens and potential property tax increases due to unpaid business taxes.
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