Live Oak taxpayers will see 3.18% increase

Council president opposes final millage, budget.

Moses Clepper told the Live Oak City Council that its 4% cost-of-living adjustment for all employees was ‘irresponsible.’ Clepper also said the city should consolidate with Suwannee County. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)
Moses Clepper told the Live Oak City Council that its 4% cost-of-living adjustment for all employees was ‘irresponsible.’ Clepper also said the city should consolidate with Suwannee County. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

The Live Oak City Council approved a small tax increase for the next year, although it wasn’t unanimous.

During a brief special meeting, the Council approved a $46.5 million budget and a 9.25-mill tax …