City Manager’s Budget Plan Includes Service Cuts, Tax Hike

WCCB Charlotte,

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Β CHARLOTTE, NC –Β Making up for Charlotte’s $22 million budget shortfall could save some homeowners money.

City Manager Ron Carlee presented his complicated budget Monday night to City Council.

The proposal includes a property tax hike, a reduction in services and fee increases.

β€œIt is a budget that meets our immediate financial challenge and positions the city to move forward in a strong economy,” said Carlee.

The Mayor and City Council will review and discuss the City Manager’s recommendations at a special meeting on Wednesday.

Residents can weigh in on the recommendation at a public hearing on May 11th at 5:30p.m.

The budget will be adopted on June 8th.