Northumberland Supervisors Approve $49.1 Million Budget With Tax Hike

Northumberland County supervisors have adopted a $49.1 million budget for the new fiscal year, but not without concerns. The budget includes an 8 cent real estate tax increase, now at 74 cents per $100 assessed value. Spending covers public safety, schools, and public works. The school budget is set at $21.8 million, with quarterly appropriations. Officials say the county’s fund balance will dip below target levels.