Edina City Council — Transcript
Friday, October 3, 2025
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Edina approves 11% tax increase to fund emergency services
Votes (1)
Approval of Preliminary 2026 Property Tax Levy
Dissent: No specific dissent mentioned in the summary; council members directed staff to seek further reductions before final adoption.
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The council discussed balancing a desired tax levy increase of under 10% with the need to significantly expand emergency medical services. The 11% increase acts as a placeholder to ensure the hire of 12 paramedics in the event a federal grant is not received.
Notable Quotes (2)
A lot of hard decisions were made including losing some co-workers that we've grown accustomed to here.
If the grant comes through, council members have said they will lower the levy before adopting the budget in December.
Ordinances & Resolutions (3)
The biennial city budget outlining department growth, staffing, and capital projects.
A $65.5 million maximum property tax levy set for 2026.
A grant that, if awarded, would offset the cost of hiring new paramedic firefighters and allow for a lower tax levy.