# Jersey City’s Tax Hike to Fix Budget Crisis | Jersey News

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Podcast: [Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jersey-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568828)
Published: 2026-07-11T15:48:54+00:00
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Jersey City’s mayor is rolling out a bold but painful plan to fix a $250 million budget shortfall: a 15.5% property tax hike that could cost homeowners an extra $130 a month, plus cuts and state aid. The city’s finances are in shambles — $109 million in unpaid bills and deferred costs — with past administrations allegedly covering day-to-day expenses with money meant for long-term projects. Council members are pushing back, demanding transparency and refusing to accept blame for layoffs. Residents brace for a financial hit while City Hall erupts in debate over who’s really responsible for the mess. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/06140959fdf8c369

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