Arlington Board OKs Tax Hike, Employee Raises
County's $1 billion budget also bolsters tax support for affordable housing programs and restores library hours cut during recession.
The Arlington County Board on Saturday unanimously approved a $1 billion budget that includes a 1.3 cent real estate tax increase. The budget also bolsters taxpayer investments in four key areas identified by board members — affordable housing, libraries, capital maintenance and employee compensation. It also funds new facilities like a planned year-round homeless shelter, Long Bridge Park, the Mary Marshall Assisted Living Residence and developments at Penrose Square. The tax hike will cost the average Arlington County homeowner an extra $160 annually. The average assessed value of a home in Arlington is about $520,000. Trash and recycling fees will be reduced by $32 per household. "We are fortunate here in Arlington that our financial …
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julie
12:44 pm on Monday, April 23, 2012
I heard this from someone else - time to means-test the non profits that come before the County board every year looking for a hand-out. Require that all non-profits provide copies of their 990s and supporting tax documents. Why do i have to play to subsidize wealthy live theater groups? more ›