Summary
Gastonia approved a $378 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, holding property taxes steady at 47 cents while raising water and sewer rates by 7.5% to fund major infrastructure needs. The package also includes modest fee increases for solid waste and transit.
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Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total budget of $378 million with a 7.5% water and sewer rate hike and adjustments to solid waste and transit fees.
City residents, employees receiving raises, and utility customers relying on long-term infrastructure improvements.
Residents facing higher utility bills and transit costs.
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