The City of Flagstaff announced on June 1 its intention to raise primary property taxes by $500,411, or 6.89%, over last year’s level in compliance with section 42-17107 of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
According to the notice, the proposed increase would result in primary property taxes on a $100,000 home totaling $62.07, compared to $58.07 without the increase. The additional revenue from this change will be designated for ongoing Fire and Police operations. The city also noted that while the primary property tax rate is increasing, it will be offset by a decrease in the secondary property tax rate.
The notice states that “the proposed increase is exclusive of increased primary property taxes received from new construction” and does not include any changes from voter-approved bonded indebtedness or budget and tax overrides.
A public hearing regarding the proposed tax increase is scheduled for June 16 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 211 West Aspen Avenue, Flagstaff. The topic was previously discussed during council retreats held on February 5 and April 23, which are available for viewing on the City of Flagstaff YouTube channel.
The City of Flagstaff operates with an elected mayor and council members who establish policy and offer guidance; it delivers community services through various departments while promoting public involvement via boards, commissions, and elections. It also received designation as the world’s first International Dark Sky City in 2001, adopted zoning codes limiting outdoor lighting per acre in 1989, and enacted an ordinance managing outdoor lighting issues in 1958—all according to the official website.
