Real Estate Taxes May Increase in Martinsburg

Real estate taxes are expected to rise for the first time in 10 years in Martinsburg borough.

Martinsburg Borough Council on Nov. 2 approved a tentative budget for 2021 that will increase millage from 1.8710 to 1.967. The small increase, which would cost the average homeowner $13.45 next year, would bring in $10,800 for the borough.

The proposed budget is available for public inspection at the borough building, 110 S. Walnut St., during normal business hours of 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Council will vote on the 2021 budget during the Dec. 7 meeting.

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