In a discussion on the 2024 city budget, the Bemidji City Council debated what percent increase would be acceptable for the tax levy. Some supported single digits, others between 10 and 15%.
During the Bemidji City Council’s meeting on Monday, Dec. 5, a Truth in Taxation hearing was held as a part of the 2023 budget process and the council unanimously approved the display of three tribal flags in city hall.