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Low pay in the Tax Collector's office

Newburgh

Summary

The tax collector's cashiers collect 90-95% of the city's revenue but sit at grade 4 — some earning under $50,000 after decades. Council members across the board said they want raises worked into the city manager's budget before November.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Raises for three cashiers and one senior cashier would come out of the general fund; exact cost not stated.

✅Who benefits

The tax office staff who handle the city's money day in and day out.

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