St. Charles officials have approved a preliminary estimate for the city’s 2025 property tax levy, which includes a 3.99% increase to help fund core city services and meet rising police and firefighter pension costs.
Key things to know:
The general levy is estimated at $15.46 million, up about $593,000 from last year’s extension.
Property taxes make up roughly 24% of the city’s General Fund revenues, helping cover essential services and pension obligations.
For a typical home valued between $300,000 and $400,000, officials estimate an increase of about $1 to $2 per month.
According to the city memo, the 3.99% increase aligns with inflation and operational costs, as the 2024 CPI was 2.9%.
The levy passed on a 5–3 vote and will return for a public hearing and final adoption on December 1.
Watch the Council Meeting recording. Get more details on pages 64-65 of this city memo.
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