Kingsport BMA eyes property tax increase in 2026 budget proposal

Kingsport BMA eyes property tax increase in 2026 budget proposal

The budget would generate $11.5 million in new revenue and restore key funding streams lost during the pandemic.

Kingsport city leaders working on 2026 budget - SuperTalk 92.9

Kingsport city leaders gathered Monday to discuss the city’s budget for the 2026 fiscal year. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and city staff looked at the general fund and some potentially tough decisions about infrastructure improvements that are needed, or have been delayed. The recommended budget also includes a rise in employee pay. Police pay would have a Cost of Living Adjustment of 10%, fire pay would see an 18% adjustment, and general ci…