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Charlottesville City Manager proposes budget with two cent real estate tax rate increase

Charlottesville City Manager proposes a $279 million budget for the next fiscal year, including a two-cent real estate tax increase.
Budget prioritizes affordable housing, transportation, and education to help Charlottesville thrive.
The plan would fund expanded transit staffing and keep rides zero-fare as part of Charlottesville Area Transit.
The budget includes $11.5 million for affordable housing investments and related redevelopment projects.
Homelessness services receive funding totaling hundreds of thousands for new centers and programs.
Several new permanent positions are proposed, including roles in recovery court, legal, and human services.
The city plans to upgrade staffing in response to collective bargaining contracts with public safety and transit.
The plan aligns with school funding needs, including a 2.5 million increase for the school division.
Public engagement events are planned, including work sessions and budget hearings in March and April.
Council will vote on the final budget and tax rate on April 9.

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