2027 Property Tax Levies
Summary
All four proposed 2027 levies (general, parks, HRA, transit) were tabled to September 28, so the final tax impact on homeowners is not set. The DTA is requesting a growth-only increase while the HRA's 9% levy increase would actually lower the per-household impact slightly.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
DTA's $3.3M levy would capture about $228,000 in new-growth revenue; the HRA's 9% levy increase would slightly lower the per-household impact.
Residents who rely on transit, parks, and affordable housing services funded by the levies.
Future councils and residents face a growing structural deficit once one-time funds run out.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Duluth council sets max tax levy increase at 3.6%
Duluth council sets max tax levy increase at 3.6% Duluth News Tribune
City Council — September 14, 2026
All four proposed 2027 levies (general, parks, HRA, transit) were tabled to September 28, so the final tax impact on homeowners is not set. The DTA is requesting a growth-only increase while the HRA's 9% levy increase would actually lower the per-household impact slightly.
Duluth African Heritage Commission — September 10, 2026
Duluth is closing a $5.5 million gap with a 3.65% max levy proposal, one-time funds, and vacancy savings — but expenses are growing 4.5% faster than revenue every year, and 2028 looks just as hard. Councilor Forsman warns sub-1% construction growth means property taxes could rise 50%+ over a decade without change.
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