Fargo area leaders urge local control as state works on property tax reform

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Fargo area leaders urge local control as state works on property tax reform

FARGO — Local leaders are keeping a close eye on moves in the state Legislature that aim to offer property tax relief after Gov. Kelly Armstrong identified that as a key legislative priority. If passed, House Bill 1176 would place a 3% cap on annual property tax levy increases for political subdivisions. The bill, introduced by Rep. Mike Nathe, R-Bismarck, includes a host of other property tax changes championed by Armstrong, as well as tax reli…