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Oakland City Workers Criticize Administration Over Uncollected Business Taxes | KQED

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Oakland City Workers Criticize Administration Over Uncollected Business Taxes | KQED

– The rally was held prior to the city’s Finance and Management Committee meeting
– City Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan stated that the issue involves businesses that have filed tax documents with the city and those that haven’t
– Kaplan believes that tracking down businesses that don’t file tax documents is crucial for generating tax revenue
– Council President Nikki Fortunato Bas emphasized the importance of revenue collection for the city’s fiscal health
– Union leaders are demanding action and accountability from the City Administration to ensure corporations pay their fair share
– City officials acknowledge the need to modernize tax collection processes
– The estimated amount of uncollected taxes represents less than 1% of the city’s overall budget
– The city’s initial calculation of total business taxes owed is based on annual “gross receipts” estimates provided by businesses
– A ransomware attack delayed the city’s ability to collect taxes in 2023.

Limassol mayoral hopeful Armeftis pledges comprehensive reform for city

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Limassol mayoral hopeful Armeftis pledges comprehensive reform for city

Yiannis Armeftis, an architect and candidate for Limassol mayor, discussed his vision for the city’s future and his commitment to local government reform at a panel discussion. He emphasized the impact of effective city administration on residents’ quality of life, supporting institutional changes and proposed local government reforms. Armeftis advocated for including neighboring areas in a unified Limassol municipality to create comprehensive urban plans and shared resources. He called for more power and resources to be devolved to local governments for autonomy and effectiveness, stressing the importance of responsive, localized governance. Armeftis urged potential municipal leaders to govern with vision and responsibility, emphasizing the need for well-founded strategies to affirm municipal demands for greater authority and funding.