Despite concerns over mounting pension costs, Decatur council approves relatively flat property tax levy
The city will levy about $15.32 million, a 2.5% increase, or just under $375,000 more, compared to this year's levy.
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The city will levy about $15.32 million, a 2.5% increase, or just under $375,000 more, compared to this year's levy.
Moore Wolfe, 62, appears all-but-certain to be elected to another term that would put her on course to be the city's longest-serving mayor.
The objections will be heard before a three-member panel on Dec. 12.
Several residents spoke out against the proposal, accusing city officials of targeting people experiencing homelessness who congregate in the parks overnight.
Moore Wolfe, Decatur's mayor since 2015, faces two relatively-unknown challengers in her quest to become the city's longest-serving leader.