# Raleigh's Budget Proposal: Tax Hike & Service Boost

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-05-20T14:38:57+00:00
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Raleighs city manager proposes a budget with a slight property tax increase to boost revenue, while also adding new police officers and firefighters. The proposal aims to balance public safety with budget cuts, potentially raising the average property tax bill by $145. The City Council will decide in June. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/45700eed1a62dc53

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