St. Cloud Mayor Proposes 3.75% Property Tax Increase Amid Staffing Concerns
St. Cloud's mayor is proposing a 3.75% property tax increase to address underfunding of city staff, particularly police and firefighters, which has led to a loss of personnel to neighboring communities. This proposed hike, if approved alongside a separate voter-approved…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 18, 2026 —
St. Cloud’s mayor has put forth a proposal for a 3.75% property tax increase aimed at addressing what is described as chronic underfunding of city staff. The mayor’s office stated that this underfunding has particularly impacted the police and fire departments, leading to a notable loss of personnel who have sought employment in neighboring communities.
If this proposed increase is approved by the city council, and when combined with a previously voter-approved tax hike specifically for the fire department, St. Cloud residents could see a total property tax increase of 6.44%. The mayor’s office indicated that the proposed increase is necessary to
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