Residents tell Clinton County supervisors property tax rise risks pricing them out of homes
March 23, 2026 | Clinton County, Iowa
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The Clinton County Board of Supervisors heard public comment March 23 on proposed property tax levies for fiscal year 2026–2027.
At the hearing Sam Ruthart (2303 Garfield St., Clinton) said he is "deeply concerned about the recent property tax increase. As a self-employed small business owner, this rise risks pricing us out of our home after a lifetime of work." Another resident, Steve Hoogheem (516 Randy Dr., Clinton), said he was concerned about paying city property taxes without receiving city services promised when his property was annexed 30 years ago. The board adjourned the hearing on a motion by Supervisor Irwin; minutes record no formal levy action at that meeting.
The hearing was called to solicit comments; proof of publication was presented and accepted. The board recorded the adjournment and no vote on levies is shown in the meeting minutes.
At the hearing Sam Ruthart (2303 Garfield St., Clinton) said he is "deeply concerned about the recent property tax increase. As a self-employed small business owner, this rise risks pricing us out of our home after a lifetime of work." Another resident, Steve Hoogheem (516 Randy Dr., Clinton), said he was concerned about paying city property taxes without receiving city services promised when his property was annexed 30 years ago. The board adjourned the hearing on a motion by Supervisor Irwin; minutes record no formal levy action at that meeting.
The hearing was called to solicit comments; proof of publication was presented and accepted. The board recorded the adjournment and no vote on levies is shown in the meeting minutes.
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