As the fiscal year inches closer, Coconino County has laid out its tax game plan with public notices about the Truth in Taxation posted in the Arizona Daily Sun. These notices, which went up last Tuesday and are scheduled once more for Tuesday, June 17, reveal the county's proposed property tax rates for the imminent year. According to information obtained from Coconino County's official website, the Board of Supervisors is juggling to provide essential services like public safety and parks while managing to keep the tax rates, both primary and secondary, among Arizona's most affordable.
In a balancing act to meet community needs, the primary property tax rates in Coconino are set to gently rise, with a state-permitted increase up to 2 percent annually. The goal is to better respond to emergencies and maintain services, without overwhelming taxpayers. This means an annual uptick of $0.95 for every $100,000 of assessed property value. Interestingly, despite this increase, the county's primary property tax rate has actually been on a decline for the past two years, as documented by the figures released: FY24’s rate at $0.5009 to FY25's $0.4944, with the FY26 proposed rate further dropping to $0.4830.
On another note, Coconino residents will see a mild bump in secondary property taxes for the Public Health Service District and Flood Control District due to rising taxable values. These taxes fund crucial services like health clinics and flood mitigation efforts, respectively. For instance, the Public Health Services tax remains pegged at $0.25 per $100 of assessed value whereas the Flood Control District tax holds steady at $0.50 per $100 of assessed value. The county assures that these persistent rates are vital to sustain the current service levels.
Nevertheless, the Library District is where taxpayers will notice a nominal lift in rates. To support the higher demand for library services across Coconino County, from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon and beyond, a $0.02 annual increase per $100,000 assessed value is on the table. This will translate to a $3.25 yearly hike for a typical property in terms of library taxes. These funds are meant to flow into enhancing the library system which has become a cornerstone for community growth and education.
A public hearing is on the calendar for June 24, at 6 p.m. It's an opportunity for community members to voice their opinions in person at 219 E. Cherry Ave. or to submit comments via email to [email protected] one day ahead of the meeting. While these comments won’t be read aloud, they will be presented to the Board of Supervisors for consideration.
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