Harrisburg officials defend proposed property tax increase as council weighs budget

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HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — City officials are proposing a 12% property tax increase, saying the additional revenue is needed to help close a budget gap and create a $2 million fund for streetlight maintenance and repairs.

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