BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan does not have to officially submit his first budget until April 15, but in the meantime, his administration has been clear about one element: it will include a proposed 25% property tax increase for Buffalo homeowners.
Last week, Deputy Mayor Benjamin Swanekamp said putting the 25% number out to the public is not a bargaining tactic, but the actual number they believe is needed to get Buffalo on a more stable fiscal footing.
But will the council vote for a budget that includes a 25% property tax hike?…