Warren considers permanent safety tax

WARREN— Some city council members say Warren needs a permanent police and fire tax.

The city has a temporary 0.5 income percent tax, which generates about $4.5 million for the city’s general fund each year. “Temporary” means the voters decide every three years if they want to keep it in effect.

A permanent tax could be placed on the November ballot if council members agree it is best for the city.

Councilwoman Susan Hartman, D-7th, chair of council’s police and fire committee, said she is in favor of the permanent tax. “I don’t think a temporary tax is good for the City of Warren,” she said.

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