Forest Lake Truth in Taxation December 9th, 2024

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Votes (2)

Approve resolution 12-9-24-01 to adopt the final budget for 2025

PassedUnanimous (implied)

Moved by Mayor Bane · Seconded by Not specified

Approve resolution 12-09-24-02 for the 10-year Capital and financial plan

PassedUnanimous (implied)

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

I am strongly opposed to this increase given the current economic environment. The city needs to be accountable.
— Chris Voxin

Tax increase oppositionEmail read into the record regarding the 14.1% increase on his property tax statement.

The total Levy is being proposed at just over 16.4 million which is an increase of about 9.87% from the 2024 tax levy.
— Kevin

Budget figuresExplaining the finalized tax levy figures for the 2025 budget.

I've been a proponent of gosh we've really got this is painful but it doesn't get any easier and we need to recover these gaps.
— Mayor Bane

Budget prioritiesExplaining the necessity of budget increases to fund deferred park maintenance.

KevinCity Staff

Walked council through the 2025 budget and tax levy highlights and adjustments.

Mayor BaneMayor

Presided over the meeting, facilitated public comment, and led council discussions.

Chris VoxinResident

Submitted an email regarding the proposed property tax increase.

Council Member EriksonCouncil Member

Participated in the budget hearing and provided comments on fiscal responsibility.

Forest Lake217th Street NorthSouthwest quadrantDowntown Forest Lake

12-9-24-01

Adoption of the final city budget for 2025.

12-09-24-02

Approval of the 10-year Capital Improvement and financial management plan.