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Seminole County commissioners eyeing higher property and gas taxes, utility fees

Seminole County Tax Collector's office

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — Seminole County residents could see their property taxes increase for the first time in 16 years.

County leaders say that despite a nearly 7% increase in property values and additional revenue, the general fund is projected to be $35 million short.

County leaders are looking at higher gas taxes and utility fees in addition to a property tax hike.

Commissioners are expected to vote on July 22.

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