There will not be any tax rate increases in Richmond County in the 2025/26 budget.
In a news release, the county says the $17.4 million budget will maintain a residential rate of $0.85 and a commercial rate of $2.15 per $100 of assessment, with no increases in the upcoming fiscal year.
They add that the budget reflects Council’s commitment “financial responsibility” while continuing to reinvest in priorities like healthcare, housing, waste management and affordability.
“Council and staff worked hard to avoid a tax increase this year because we understand the real impact rising costs are having on our residents,” says Warden Lois Landry.
“Instead, we chose to focus on protecting essential services, investing in long-term sustainability and supporting the well-being of our residents-especially the most vulnerable.”
Other highlights include expanding the low-income property tax expansion, contributions to community support like non-profits and churches, investing in CBU’s medical school and improvements at the Waste Transfer Station.
Landry says they are investing wisely today, so Richmond County remains a “healthy, welcoming and affordable place for years to come.”
