Charlotte City Council passes budget with tax increase, 10% raises for police, firefighters (opens original article in a new tab)

Charlotte City Council approved a $4.5 billion budget with a property tax increase of 1.89 cents and 10% raises for police and firefighters.

• Budget includes a property tax increase of 1.89 cents.
• Police and firefighters receive 10% salary raises.
• Total budget amount is $4.5 billion.