ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Saying the state’s capitol city is currently navigating "an array of pressures" both at the federal level and recovering from a significant cyberattack , St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has proposed a budget for 2026 that would increase taxes on city residents.

2026 St. Paul budget proposal

What we know:

Saying his most recent proposal includes "strategic reductions" with no layoffs, Carter’s budget totals $887 million, with a General Fund budget of $404.9 million.

If approved, it would amount to a 5.3% property tax levy increase from 2025, or $232.5 million in increased fund availability.

According to Carter’s office, the increase represents roughly $107 a year, or $9 a month more for residents who own a median value home.

Budget investments:

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