Highland City Council

August 11, 2026 · Adopted 4–1

Raised Highland's library property tax levy (6.89% more city revenue)

Resolution adopting a FY2026-27 tax rate of 0.000775 (0.000630 city operations, 0.000145 library), at the Truth in Taxation hearing

Moved by Ron Campbell, seconded by Scott L. Smith.

What was said

• The library levy rose from 0.000095 to 0.000145, about $172,488 a year, or about $28.49 on the average home.
• The final budget passed at the same meeting, also 4–1 with Liz Rice voting no.

Summarized from the official minutes. Read or watch the meeting to hear each side in full.

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