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FY 2027 City Budget and Fee Schedule Adoption

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.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 2, 2026

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Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget

The City Council reviewed a $378 million proposed budget that holds property taxes flat at 47 cents but includes proposed increases in water, sewer, and solid waste fees. Residents face cumulative cost pressures, though officials emphasized targeted investments in employee salaries and infrastructure.

2 mentionsLast discussed May 4, 2026