Facing a deficit of several million dollars in coming years, Wichita elected officials are talking about the possibility of increasing or adding taxes. Options could include a 1% city sales tax or a property tax rate increase, officials said during a recent city workshop. Current estimates show the city expects a $3.8 million deficit in 2026. That increases to $10.8 million the following year. The estimated deficits would be caused mainly by cost increases, including staff wages, as well as expected lower interest earnings.
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