Above: Seltzer’s Smokehouse Meats in Palmyra, as seen from the sky. (LebTown file photo by Will Trostel)
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Palmyra continues budget discussions, considers removing mayor’s salary
Even though the council voted last meeting to increase taxes and advertise the 2025 budget, they are still looking for things to cut from the 2025 budget.
Palmyra Borough Council proposes tax hike to meet $601,000 budget shortfall
Borough council members said they are reluctant to raise taxes, but they don’t see much more in the budget they can cut. At $601,000, the budget shortfall will translate to an additional $18 per month for the average homeowner.
Palmyra Council tries to cut down on $819,000 budget shortfall, mayor retires
The council proposed several cuts that would put a dent in the shortfall, but ultimately decided to continue the meeting’s discussion at 6 p.m. on Nov. 18.
Palmyra Borough Council discusses $810,000 budget shortfall for 2025
The draft anticipates expenditures to be $1.61 million higher than revenue. Council members now have an opportunity to make adjustments, which will be discussed at the next meeting.
Palmyra council hears updates on planned holiday events, trash switch
Next meeting, council will have the option to approve the closure of S. Railroad St. at the square for Reindeer Night, but all of the other events are “good to go,” according to borough manager Roger Powl.
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