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Budget Funds Explained - Educational Event

Join us for this hybrid event to learn more about the use of sales tax, property tax and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) to fund city-provided services as the...Read more

18 July, 2024

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Budget Funds Explained - Educa Budget Funds Explained - Educational Event

Join us for this hybrid event to learn more about the use of sales tax, property tax and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) to fund city-provided services as the City of Loveland prepares for an ongoing multi-million-dollar revenue shortfall to its General Fund. The in-person event will be held in the Council Chambers at the Civic Center Municipal Building (500 E. 3rd St.).

Budget Basics — Navigating our Budget Basics — Navigating our City's budget

Did you know that the City of Loveland goes through an extensive budget process each year to plan, outline, and manage expected income and expenses? This budget not only ensures financial responsibility for staff and local leaders but also outlines future plans for the entire community.

Property tax in the City of Lo Property tax in the City of Loveland Explained

Loveland’s 9.564 mill levy has not changed since 1992 and the City of Loveland has one of the lowest city property tax levies in Northern Colorado. Learn more about property tax, how it is used, and its impact on the City of Loveland General Fund.

Sales tax in the City of Lovel Sales tax in the City of Loveland Explained

Loveland’s 3.00% sales tax rate has not increased since 1984 and the City of Loveland has one of the lowest sales tax rates in Northern Colorado. Learn more about sales tax, how it is used, and its impact on the City of Loveland General Fund.

Your City of Loveland Budget a Your City of Loveland Budget at Work for You

Chief Financial Officer Brian Waldes gives an overview of impacts to the City of Loveland's 2024 budget.

Budget Basics — Understanding Budget Basics — Understanding TABOR

Since the original passage of TABOR in 1992, Loveland voters have chosen to override TABOR four consecutive times, allowing the City to invest over $51 million back in the community services and amenities over the past two decades. Learn more about TABOR funds and its impact on the City of Loveland.

TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland's Parks and Recreation

Thanks to your TABOR support, Loveland, the City has been able to invest $7 million back into Loveland's parks and recreation system over the last 21 years.

TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland's Streets and Flood Mitigation

Did you know that, thanks to your continued TABOR support, the City of Loveland has been able to invest $36 million into our streets maintenance and rehabilitation program, as well as flood mitigation, over the last 21 years? Thank you, Loveland, for allowing us to deliver safer, smoother roads and effective flood protection!

TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland TABOR: Reinvesting in Loveland's Public Safety

Loveland, your TABOR support over the last 20 years has allowed us to invest over $7 million in public safety, $2 million of which went to the Police Department.

Sales Tax and the General Fund Sales Tax and the General Fund: Keep Our Community Thriving

For over 70 years, your sales tax dollars have enhanced Loveland's quality of life — from public safety and beloved community spaces to vital infrastructure and support services; your contributions make a difference. As our community has doubled in size over the last 40 years, so has the demand for these essential services.💡 Imagine what one extra penny could do. Learn more about the City’s funding initiative at LetsTalkLoveland.org/Budget.