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Borough sees gains in investment and property tax income, sales tax revenue climbed slightly

The Haines Borough’s general fund revenues were about 8% higher than originally budgeted, according to a report from the borough’s chief fiscal officer earlier this month.  That’s because the borough’s investment income, which was just over $300,000, was higher than expected due to short-term interest rates, and higher sales tax revenues, which brought in nearly […]