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FY 2026-2027 budget: no tax increase
The Town adopted a $97.5 million general fund budget keeping the property tax at 42 cents per $100 — no increase. It funds police, fire, parks, a new navigator role at the Center for Active Aging, and AARP-friendly initiatives, with 1.5 cents earmarked for transportation and half a cent for housing.
2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 16, 2026
CriticalRoads
NCDOT Interchange Redesign Threatens Johnson Hyundai
NCDOT floated a new design for the Burlington Mills/Capital Boulevard interchange that would run through the under-construction Johnson Hyundai dealership, potentially costing the business tens of millions. The town has only about a week to comment and was urged to object strongly.
3 mentionsLast discussed Feb 17, 2026