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The council heard a report on what to consider for next year’s budget during its May 23 meeting, including ongoing maintenance and staffing questions and the rising cost of inflation.

During its first meeting in December, the Bemidji City Council was given a presentation regarding the 2022 tax levy and budget. The presentation was part of the annual Truth in Taxation hearing, which is an informative session both for officials and residents on the next year's finances.

At the Bemidji City Council's meeting Monday, the annual Truth in Taxation presentation will take place to inform residents about the 2022 budget. The Council will also hear a proposal from the Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department to create a new strategic plan.

The Bemidji City Council did some brainstorming during a work session Monday evening to share ideas on how to spend money received through the American Rescue Plan Act.

Bemidji city surplus may be used on South Shore bonds During its work session Monday, the Bemidji City Council showed a consensus on using surplus dollars on paying down South Shore land bonds. The topic was part of a larger discussion on the citys finances. 9:43 pm, May 10, 2021 × BEMIDJI -- While no formal action was taken, the Bemidji City Council on Monday expressed interest in using budgetary surplus dollars on paying off land on the South Shore of Lake Bemidji. Mor...

Bemidji Council finalizes fiscal matters for the year The Bemidji City Council approved the 2021 budget, tax levy, Sanford Center financial plan and capital improvement plan Monday. 8:45 am, Dec. 22, 2020 × Bemidji City Hall. BEMIDJI -- Bemidji Council members took action on several items Monday to set the city up for the year ahead. During the meeting, the council passed the 2021 tax levy, budget and financial plan for the city-owned Sanford Center event facility, as wel...