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$121.15 million budget proposed for Williamsburg, a 17% increase

It's March 31. City's proposed budget raises water and sewer fees, gains from meals and tourism taxes. Musical Swings open. Three teens arrested in shooting death of 15-year-old James City County boy.

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Mar 31, 2026
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City Manager Michelle Mixner Dewitt unveiled a proposed $121.15 million budget for fiscal year 2027 Monday -- a 17% increase over the current year -- with revenue growth coming largely from increased meals and tourism taxes.

  1. The real estate tax rate remains flat at $0.62 per $100 of assessed value, but taxpayers will pay $1 million more d…

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