Residents disappointed after Ridley Park voted to approve 17% property tax hike
Ridley Park alerted residents and business owners earlier this month that to close the gap in next year's budget, taxes would be raised by 17%.
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Ridley Park alerted residents and business owners earlier this month that to close the gap in next year's budget, taxes would be raised by 17%.
Ridley Park Borough Council voted Thursday to approve a 17% property tax increase. Residents expressed anger and disappointment at the decision.
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