A ruling has not yet been made by President Judge Linda Fleming on the proposed Cambria County property tax increase. The judge took the matter under advisement after a hearing yesterday, and a decision is expected within days. The county commissioners previously approved the 2026 budget, including the 6.75-mill increase, on December 23rd, by a 2-1 vote. County officials argue the increase, which would raise the general purpose millage from 24.5 to 30 mills, is essential to address a significant budget deficit caused by inflation and declining tax revenues. Residents expressed concern about how high their tax bill will be, with some citizens calling for cuts to county staff and their salaries. Until the judge makes the final decision, the county has the authority to move forward with the budget staring on January 1st, and that includes the tax increase.
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