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DES MOINES FACES TAX INCREASE
December 07, 2006
A news item from today's Des Moines Register:
Des Moines' growing $347 million debt will likely force the City Council to enact a property tax increase next year, according to a report given to City Council members Wednesday.
Why such a problem?
While Des Moines leaders have kept the tax rate in check, they also faced mammoth challenges similar to many older cities to improve and rebuild roads and bridges, and to maintain services.
Yes, it is important to maintain vital city services. Especially municipal sports bars.
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