County advertises 71-cent tax rate
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors has decided to advertise a real estate tax rate of 71 cents for every $100 of assessed value, 3 cents higher than the current rate.
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County advertises 71-cent tax rate
Supes could raise taxes up to 3 cents
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors has decided to advertise a real estate tax rate of 71 cents for every $100 of assessed value, 3 cents higher than the current rate.
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