City Proposes 31-Cent Property Tax Hike
Key Questions
What is the proposed property tax increase for Clarksville?
The city proposes a 31-cent hike, a 33.7% jump to $1.23 for FY26-27. This funds police and fire hires, 3% raises, while suspending sports complex and PAC projects.
How does the tax hike affect school funding?
The proposal claws back CMCSS's sales tax share, including $3.5 million that Montgomery County and CMCSS are seeking solutions for. City council vote is set for May 11 amid resident backlash on growth costs.
When can residents watch related city council meetings?
The May 4 City Council meeting is being livestreamed at 7:00 p.m. The key budget and tax hike vote is scheduled for May 11.
33.7% jump to $1.23 FY26-27, suspending sports complex/PAC projects, funding police/fire hires & 3% raises, clawing back CMCSS sales tax share; May11 council vote looms amid resident backlash on growth costs.
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Updated May 5, 2026