Cow transfer during storm leads to court Oct 20, 2008
b.ann wrote on Oct 19, 2008 8:24 PM:" Thank you all. I live in the neighborhood in this situation.I do agree he planned to have his cattle there. To all who don't understand, its not the fact there were cows. Its the fact he has boldly lied to everyone .. this paper..the t.v. station he spoke to..the police..anyone who would listen. Its about the way he did it and knew he was breaking the law. It has become a health issue to our children who want to play outside.Its not fair to pay CITY TAXES... (New Iberia, LA)
Russell didn’t have all the facts Oct 18, 2008
I believe that is what city taxes are used for so I m not sure why they would be relevant to his argument of the financial viability of the Phillips project. Advertisement. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Pedestrian killed (473) Oct 17, 2008
Joe wrote on Oct 14, 2008 5:57 PM:" The problem is you have, dumb redneck city engineers that want to solve problems with putting in yellow flashing lights. Get with the program City of Rexburg! Its time to wake up and realize the city is getting bigger and we need to use more stoplights. Yes it takes longer to get accross town by having more lights, but thats what happens when a city grows. Fix the problem right the first time. How many more people are going to die because of bad engineering!!... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
City wants county to collect taxes Oct 16, 2008
Having counties collect and bill city taxes is a common practice throughout the state. The Local Government Commission has been endorsing this as a method for the past 10 years, said Lee. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Overall property values up in Lebanon Oct 16, 2008
Property owners outside the city do not pay city taxes but may pay taxes in any of the three water districts near Lebanon or pay the forest timber surcharge on treed land in rural areas. Taxes on individual tax accounts sometimes are adjusted in a process called compression because of two ballot measures passed in the 1990s. (Lebanon Express, OR)
City looks for more money; finds it hidden in phone bill Oct 8, 2008
Effective Jan. 1, phone service providers will no longer be exempt from city taxes, in accordance with Ordinance 273, passed by the council Sept. 4. Companies that were formerly paying 6. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Proposed city budget includes 1.7% levy hike Oct 7, 2008
unpolitical_correctness wrote on Oct 7, 2008 12:02 AM:" Johnsrud, you lied! You said during your campaigning that you would not raise city taxes. Hahaha we all believed you."Don't blame me, I voted for Deak" ". PLEASE NOTE: Comments on stories that frequently update through the day disappear with each update. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gardens may buy park for $4.5M Oct 6, 2008
We already paid for the land once with county taxes, now you want the residents to pay for it again, this time using city taxes. By rick. (The Palm Beach Post)
Road commission asks for break on water main fees (352) Oct 4, 2008
Fees are doubled outside city limits because those areas do not pay city taxes or street millages, which also covers a portion of utility installation. - Advertisement. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
City sees little impact of furloughs Oct 3, 2008
Because Laurel is an incorporated municipality with its own police force paid for by city taxes, the furlough will have less impact on police protection in Laurel than elsewhere in the county. But Rick Wilson, a former city council member and head of the city's Emergency Services Commission, expressed some concern. (Laurel Leader, MD)
Mobile parks need change Oct 3, 2008
Each owner pays city taxes based on the value of our property, but yet we have to pay a private contractor to come in to do the same work that residential home owners get. I wonder why the city and park owners can t fix the problem. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Fort Oglethorpe votes on homestead exemption Sep 25, 2008
Residents who are at least 70 or who are disabled would be fully exempted from city taxes ... com, the current exemption package allows residents 65 and older to exempt $10,000 from city taxes and those 70 and older or who live on a $14,000 household income and draw Social Security disability to exempt $40,000. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Former privacy czar's trial winds down with priest's testimony Sep 25, 2008
To illustrate Mr. Lamarche's talents in that regard, Father Schonenbach described how he helped the parish avoid city taxes on its lot, which was subject to a municipal property levy. Mr. Lamarche unearthed a city bylaw that stated a "place of worship" was not subject to taxes and came up with the idea of deeming the entire lot a place of worship, Father Schonenbach testified. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Jacksonville budget: City expenditures up 3.7% over last year Sep 25, 2008
The City Council passed the budget without making major changes to Mayor John Peyton s initial proposal. To review the mayor s budget proposal and Jacksonville Journey recommendations, visit. (Florida Times-Union)
Georgetown holding meeting on annexation of 23 parcels Sep 24, 2008
Consequently, they do not have to pay city taxes on the land but are locking their property into becoming part of Georgetown within the next 15 years. Click to see the map of the parcels under consideration. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Columbia Road annexation Sep 24, 2008
We re not dying to pay city taxes, but we re hoping the city can help us keep a handle on this beautiful neighborhood out here. We d like to keep it that way, Vaughn said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Incentives approved for Beck's businesses Sep 24, 2008
City taxes paid by the companies will be rebated for September of this year and March 2009 as well. The city calculated the grant to equal 20 percent of the difference between the new building valuation and the valuation of the Roosevelt Street site. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bay Harbor group: Services received don't match taxes paid Sep 19, 2008
Some of the resorts property owners believe city taxes there are excessive in relation to the level of services provided by Petoskey ... Bay Harbor Co. chairman David V. Johnson believes that Bay Harbor faces excessive city taxes along with the rest of Petoskey. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
WASH POST: Drudge-ology 101... Sep 18, 2008
Drudge-ology 101: McCain, Obama and Media Bias - The Fix. Play the electoral outcome prediction game. (The Drudge Report)
Saving Pvt. Rangel Sep 18, 2008
As a result, he's avoided payment of about $5,000 in back federal taxes and a bit less in state and city taxes. Mr. Rangel also says he didn't know he received a no-interest mortgage from the Dominican resort's developers for at least a decade. (Albany Times Union)
Plan to gauge city workers' healthVoluntary program to determine Casa Grande employees' ages in terms of physical fitness Sep 18, 2008
Doug Keeling, who lives on Clayton Road, said he is the only resident in the area, that it will be years before any development and that he doesn't want to have to pay city taxes in the meantime. -- Approved contract proposals for preconstruction services for Fire Station 504, $46,454; the Len Colla Center expansion, $17,420; and the new Animal Control facility, $5,226. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Charter mimics city system, which includes higher taxes Sep 17, 2008
Also, the other city taxes are high. That is, in part, because city governments are a duplication and more complex than our present county form of government with three in charge. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Rangel Wants to Keep Gavel Sep 11, 2008
Embattled Ways and Means Chairman Charlie Rangel (D-N.Y.) acknowledged Wednesday that he owes about $5,000 in back taxes to the federal government and a similar amount in state and city taxes on rental income from a vacation property. But he pushed back against Republican demands he give up his gavel while the ethics committee probes the issue, along with two other matters involving the veteran Harlem legislator. (Roll Call)
Residents pack church to discuss drilling offers Sep 10, 2008
Tierney assured the crowd that there would be no city taxes on any income the residents might receive from the drilling. After the meeting, Tierney said, I have had many concerned and misinformed residents asking me about the potential gas drilling in the city of Lewisville. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Continued stadium delays force Jays, Crusaders to move first home games (1706) Sep 6, 2008
MJBMPGP99 wrote on Sep 5, 2008 9:34 AM:" Wizen...assuming you are referring to the parents of the "kiddies" at Helias...maybe we can continue to pay for our children to attend private schools AND pay city taxes so the CITY football stadium can be completed! We not only pay tuition we pay all the other taxes YOU pay!! ". wizen wrote on Sep 5, 2008 9:23 AM:" Maybe the wealthier parents who send their kiddies to the private school could have a quick bake sale or rummage sale and perhaps make a... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Council Prez Behind on Taxes Sep 5, 2008
Santiago was not aware she owed city taxes when contacted by 13WHAM News. She was aware that she owed Monroe County $1,357. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Mayor breaks tie on debris ordinance Sep 5, 2008
These people who are hiring the contractors are paying the city taxes and the contractors are paying the city taxes. Stratton said he believes the overwhelming amount of debris is coming from when the state suffered a drought last year. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Daytona finds budget money to serve Tennis Center Sep 4, 2008
A homesteaded-property owner with a house worth $125,000 will save $96 on city taxes. In other business the commission. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Rants and Raves Sep 4, 2008
How is it fair for them to attend our schools when they don t pay our city taxes. How is it fair that they get a PE uniform when other students who actually live in the boundaries do not. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
2nd Circuit Reinstates NYC's RICO Allegation of Tax Loss From Online Cigarette Sales Sep 3, 2008
Taxes on in-state cigarettes sales are collected through the sale of tax stamps to sellers, but out-of-state cigarettes sellers are not responsible for collecting or paying state or city taxes, a discrepancy the city claimed costs it more than $100 million a year in tax revenues. The city's theory was that full compliance with the reporting requirements of the Jenkins Act, 15 U.S.C. 375-78, would enable it to collect taxes directly from purchasers. (Law.com)
More of this story Sep 3, 2008
Next are the city taxes in Cabot and Searcy. Again my guess was they must be close. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Library proposal in county’s hands Sep 1, 2008
City taxes for libraries could be reduced or eliminated completely. All citizens within the system would have free access to every library. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Council approves state contract despite concern Aug 27, 2008
How do I justify to my taxpayers that they're subsidizing 60,000 or 80,000 a year that is not subsidized by the people who live on Audubon Drive (a section of homes off Route 9 in Pekin that doesn't pay city taxes), said Tebben. And they use those same streets just as much as any other resident in this community. (Pekin Times, IL)
After 90 days, no solution on Hotel Utica Aug 22, 2008
But the hotel is past due on almost $70,000 in city taxes and has missed its last four U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development loan payments to the city, according to city records. Some tough decisions have to be made by the ownership, city Urban and Economic Development Commissioner Robert Sullivan said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Letters for Wednesday, August 20, 2008 Aug 20, 2008
It was a shock to read about the public hearing on a proposal to increase city taxes. At a time of sinking economy and rising inflation known as stagflation, economists are predicting a worse economy by 2009. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
In the real estate buzzsaw Aug 19, 2008
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. The following stories have received the most reader comments during the last 7 days. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Politics As Usual: Playing It For Laughs Aug 15, 2008
He talked about everything from jobs to infrastructure, and plans for city taxes. Despite his eagerness to establish his positions, every statement was an opportunity for him to get a laugh, or make a subtle dig at political rivals, including current mayor, Michael Bloomberg. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
ELECTION 2008: Sierra Vista City Council hopefuls share stances on taxes, fees Aug 13, 2008
SIERRA VISTA The future of city taxes, solar power usage and other issues were tackled by candidates for City Council during a forum Tuesday at City Hall. Citizens posed questions to incumbents Carol Dockter, Craig Johnson, Rick Mueller and challenger Scott Thompson. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Wall St's Losses Might Give It a Tax Holiday: Mayor Aug 12, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Some Wall Street companies might not resume paying New York City taxes for "a number of years" because they can offset future profits with the losses they are currently suffering, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said on Monday. "I think it will be a number of years before they start paying taxes again," the mayor told a news conference. (ABC News -- Wire)
Shoppers, manager hope mall tax deal brings more choices Aug 11, 2008
Residents need to understand that the work at the mall will not affect their city taxes. We re not cutting back on city services because we re helping the mall. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Loss of grants will raise bills at local level Aug 7, 2008
45 more in city taxes in the suburban area and $135. 98 in the urban area. (The Augusta Chronicle)
U.S. shoppers take sales-tax holiday Aug 5, 2008
In the first year, a couple of larger cities near Birmingham refused to waive the city taxes so while customers weren't charged the 4 percent state sales tax, they still had to pay local taxes which could add up to as much as 6 percent. "They heard from their retailers, and they lost money," Dennis said of the non-participating cities. (AZCentral -- Business)
City wants to cut positions, raise taxes Aug 5, 2008
If that homeowner were paying the same property tax rate as last year, he would save another $7 in city taxes. Commercial property owners don't benefit from the homestead exemption. (Florida Times-Union)
ELECTION 2008: SV council hopefuls tell why they should be elected Aug 3, 2008
We have been able to pay off much of our previous debt while keeping city taxes among the lowest in the state. A good example is our property tax rate. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Ringgolds equipment fleet improving Aug 1, 2008
It has freed up two employees two days a week allowing those employees to do other tasks, which in turns helps to keep city taxes low. Over the last five to six years there were times when the first truck was out of commission due to mechanical issues and/or one wreck. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Hamlet hoping for help with downtown Aug 1, 2008
" The City of Hamlet should also consider everything it can to keep existing business in the town. I have a friend who moved a 30 year old business from Hamlet to Rockingham. After all those years of paying city taxes and bringing people into the downtown, no one from the city even asked why the business was moving, much less offered any incentive to keep it there. I wish the town luck in obtaining the help of outsiders, but stronger leadership would help as much as anything. ". Submit a... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Revere moves to foreclose dog park Jul 31, 2008
Wonderland owes city taxes and utility bills. Print|| Text size + By Katheleen Conti Globe Staff / July 31, 2008. (Boston Globe)
Temecula red, white, blue and green Jul 28, 2008
San Francisco, the city with the highest city taxes in the state should take a lesson from Temecula - a city with everything (except crime and slums) and NO CITY TAXES. This is just proof that it IS possible to have your cake and eat it too - through great planning and strong leadership. Here's to the success of the green programs - the Temecula way. (North County Times)
Lindsey: Obama's Social Security Plan Welfare Jul 28, 2008
"Plus you will have state and city taxes, and that will take it up to 60 percent for some," said Lindsey. "That will make it difficult for Wall Street to attract talent in New York and New Jersey, which have city and state taxes, versus London, where taxes are just at 40 percent.". (Newsmax)
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1-percent increase in total city taxes and a 4. 17 percent increase in total other revenue. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
City manager deserved bonus Jul 26, 2008
BILL wrote on Jul 24, 2008 10:13 PM:" Quit beating on her,she can use the 2400.00 to pay her ROCKINGHAM CITY TAXES. ". Scott wrote on Jul 24, 2008 11:49 PM:" Quit beating a dead horse!! Everyone's already commented on that subject. You're a little late aren't you? Keep up! ". (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
City mulls property tax dilemma Jul 24, 2008
boscoe wrote on Jul 23, 2008 10:22 AM:" Excellent point, Online editor. You are right on.Cityman, I am all for the city to grow, but not by forced annexation. If the city is such a good deal, why do nearby county residents NOT WANT TO BE ANNEXED?Perhaps it is the higher city taxes and lower quality of services provided by the city?Either the city is not a very good deal, or else the city needs to educate the county residents on why it is the better choice. I suspect you are right that county... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Holts Summit Council holds off on road issues Jul 19, 2008
But hey, I don't pay city taxes. As far as Callaway, they have some really fine people there too that we have called upon. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
More people are moving to small city Jul 17, 2008
The 4,434 residents of Hephzibah don't pay city taxes, another factor local officials said is contributing to population growth. "I think people are trying to get out of the hustle-and-bustle and get into a quieter place," Mrs. Allen said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
EDITORIAL:Oxford's opportunity Jul 15, 2008
Whirlpool paid $539,955 of the Oxford School District's $13 million budget, and it paid $138,901in city taxes in 2007, the mayor's office told reporters. Consumer appliance manufacturing long has been in the backbone of industrial America, sustaining jobs through components manufacturing as well as the principal assembly sites. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Madisons city limits expand with recent court ruling Jul 15, 2008
Because of the date of the annexation, residents will not have to pay city taxes this year. City services, like police patrol, water and fire, have gone into effect. (The Clarion-Ledger)
AG opinion won't allow tax break for lumber mill Jul 13, 2008
Grierson hopes the Brookhaven Board of Aldermen will grant the same two exemptions for Columbus Lumber's city taxes. Aldermen have not yet acted on the requests, which would grant the company a break on $58,000 in taxes - $48,000 for a new enterprise exemption and $10,000 for a free port warehouse exemption. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Hamlet manager gets a $2,400 bonus Jul 13, 2008
concerned wrote on Jul 12, 2008 8:02 AM:" If Mrs. David was so honest, and wanted to do right by the City of Hamlet, "WHY DOSEN'T SHE LIVE AND PAY CITY TAXES IN HAMLET. Not only does she receive a unreal salary, she pays city taxes to Rockingham. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Dunwoody votes on city Tues. Jul 13, 2008
He lives in Norcross now and pays those city taxes as well as Gwinnett taxes. Plus, he has no complaints about the services Dunwoody gets from the county. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Roswell to get modest property tax reduction Jul 2, 2008
Roswell property owners should get a slight break this year on their city taxes. The Roswell City Council unanimously approved a $113. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
A bookish endeavor Jul 1, 2008
They don t have a dedicated library tax, but out of city taxes they pay a huge chunk of money for their library not just for operating, but for debt. If they took just the operating costs and didn t pay those anymore, and if they kept their city tax rate at its current level, they could pay off their bond twice as fast. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Court's 1-2 punch clears annexation Jun 27, 2008
Charles Warwick, one of the leaders of CAMA, welcomed the news of the delay in paying city taxes. "That's good," he said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Roswell may pass stormwater fee on to residents Jun 21, 2008
City taxes provide about $1. 7 million a year for the program. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
County rolls back property tax rate Jun 18, 2008
The cut does not apply to Gwinnett County school taxes, which will remain the same as 2007, or to city taxes for residents of any of the county's municipalities. The rollback offsets increased revenues the county would have received as a result of reassessment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
MIKE THE INDIAN GIVER Jun 14, 2008
Some perspective: City taxes were already way too high when Bloomberg took office in '02. Indeed, he campaigned for office arguing that, despite the post-9/11 downturn, New York can't tax its way out of a recession - that jacking up levies would only further harm the economy. (New York Post -- Opinions)
