2026 Initial Budget Draft Version 1.0
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The City of Hazleton's 2026 Initial Budget Draft proposes total General Fund revenues of approximately $16.1 million, with real estate taxes representing the largest component at $10.3 million (current year: $9.6 million plus prior year collections of $736,000). Special taxes are projected at $4.6 million, comprising earned income tax at $3.3 million, real estate transfer tax at $425,000, local service tax at $375,000, and payroll prep tax at $500,000 (with $300,000 withheld for potential Amazon mispayment return). Building and alterations permits are budgeted at $1.15 million for 2026. The budget document, dated October 28, 2025, shows comparative data across 2024 actual, 2025 current budget, and 2026 proposed figures, with an amendment column for Council passage modifications.
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