CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Clarksville city leaders are considering a proposed 31-cent property tax increase as officials say the city’s rapid growth, rising costs and long-term financial obligations are putting increasing pressure on the budget.
The proposal would raise the city’s property tax rate from 92 cents to $1.23 per $100 of assessed value.
During a recent budget work session, Mayor Joe Pitts described the proposal as a decision point for the city…