October 15, 2013

October 15 is the deadline for making your second property tax payment in Minneapolis and the rest of Hennepin County. You will either write a check, transfer money, escrow funds, or your landlord will take a portion of your rent to pay property taxes.

Much of your property tax payments go to Hennepin County and Minneapolis schools and parks. Minneapolis depends on property taxes (and Local Government Aid from the State) to fund General Fund functions such as fire and police and public works.

In the last decade, homeowners, renters, and businesses have seen steep increases in property taxes. Fortunately, in the last couple of years, property taxes have evened off for many.

As I talk to 13th Ward residents, and make my own tax payment, I’m keenly aware of the burden of financing local government.

I want young families, baby boomers and seniors to be able to stay in the city and not leave because of property tax increases.

As your Council Member, I will work to make sure that our taxes are fair and predictable, and that we receive good value in city services (public safety, garbage, snow plowing and road construction and maintenance) for the taxes we pay.

I will look for efficiencies and innovation in our budget and city services to get the best value for our tax dollar. I will use our community’s values, 15 years of private sector experience, and my MBA training to serve you in that effort.

Looking into the future, we must increase the city population and density in appropriate places in order to grow our tax base.

Your support will make the difference in Linea’s campaign for City Council. To show your support with a lawn sign this fall, click here. If you would like to volunteer on the campaign, or make a financial contribution, click here. You can even “Like” us on Facebook, click here!

If you have questions about issues or our campaign, please feel free to call Linea at (612) 305-8719 or send her an email via lineapalmisano@gmail.com