Chattanooga debates proposed tax hike to fund police, fire raises amid council division

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — The city of Chattanooga is inching closer to a decision on whether to approve raises for first responders, after a City Council Budget Hearing held Tuesday morning.

Mayor Tim Kelly has proposed a plan to allocate over $18 million to police officers and firefighters, but the proposal involves raising taxes, a move that has sparked debate among council members.

Kevin Roig, Mayor Kelly’s Chief of Staff, says…..

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