Forest Lake Truth in Taxation December 9th, 2024
2025 Budget and Tax Levy Presentation
Truth and Taxation Public Hearing
Public comment regarding proposed property tax increases
Approval of 2025 final budget resolution
Approval of 10-year Capital Improvement and Financial Management Plan
Full Document Analysis
Votes (2)
Approve resolution 12-9-24-01 to adopt the final budget for 2025
Moved by Mayor Bane · Seconded by Not specified
Approve resolution 12-09-24-02 for the 10-year Capital and financial plan
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (3)
I am strongly opposed to this increase given the current economic environment. The city needs to be accountable.
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.
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.
People (4)
KevinCity StaffWalked council through the 2025 budget and tax levy highlights and adjustments.
Walked council through the 2025 budget and tax levy highlights and adjustments.
Mayor BaneMayorPresided over the meeting, facilitated public comment, and led council discussions.
1 quote
Presided over the meeting, facilitated public comment, and led council discussions.
“It is a 9.87% increase... we recognize it's a challenging couple of years from a city tax perspective.”
Describing the levy increase and its impact on residents.
Chris VoxinResidentSubmitted an email regarding the proposed property tax increase.
1 quote
Submitted an email regarding the proposed property tax increase.
“The city needs to be accountable to the taxpayers of forest lake by staying within 5% increase.”
Stating opposition to the 14.1% increase in his specific property tax statement.
Council Member EriksonCouncil MemberParticipated in the budget hearing and provided comments on fiscal responsibility.
Participated in the budget hearing and provided comments on fiscal responsibility.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- Truth and Taxation hearing: December 9, 6:30 PM
- Budget Workshop: November 18
- Budget special meeting: December 5
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Adoption of the final city budget for 2025.
Approval of the 10-year Capital Improvement and financial management plan.