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Ithaca Common Council Passes 2027 Budget Under State Cap; Health Care, Wages Drive Tax Rate Up 1.61%

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Source: Ithaca Times

Published November 10, 2026

Title Ithaca Times Newsletter Good morning Ithaca! Get the the latest local news, weather & arts coverage from the Ithaca Times. Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. City Manager Dominick Recckio said the City has The Bonadio Group to improve its internal financial record-keeping. Photo: Mark Syvertson/Ithaca Times The Ithaca Common Council approved the city’s 2027 budget at its Nov. 4 meeting, raising the property tax rate 1.61% and increasing its operating expenses.

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