Citizens gather in support of upcoming Duluth Parks Fund Referendum

Citizens gather outside Reimagined by T. Underwood in support of Parks Levy
The Duluth Parks Levy will be on the ballot for Duluthians this November. A group of supporters are gathered outside Reimagined by T. Underwood serving Duluth Coffee Company coffee to illustrate how much this would cost.
The fund that was established in 2011 at a fixed amount of $2.6 million each year. However, operating costs, maintenance, and construction are on the rise- much like everything else these days. So citizens will vote whether to change the funds to a fixed percentage for property taxes. It would allow the fund to grow over time and with inflation.
However, the tax will only apply to you if you have a home worth $200,000 or more. If you do, it would cost you $36 yearly. And per a month it averages to less than a cup of coffee..
The city next informational meeting is taking place on Friday October 28. That’s from 8:30 – 10:00 am at the Portman Community Center. You can also visit the city’s website to learn more.