Salem city councilors move toward levy on May ballot without consensus on amount

Salem city councilors agreed they are likely to put a property tax increase on the May 2025 ballot to help pay for the library, parks and Center 50 +, but will decide how much of a tax increase to seek at a meeting next month.

Councilors met Tuesday evening for a work session to discuss the option, one of several under consideration to address an expected $14 million budget deficit. 

If voters reject a levy,…