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Democrats about to take over Delaware County say Republicans are punting on a tax hike

In the last big decision of the GOP’s century-plus-long tenure controlling the Delaware County Council, Republicans voted Wednesday to pass a budget that includes no tax hike for the sixth year. Democrats called it a "kick-the-can budget."

The current Delaware County Council, which passed the 2020 budget Wednesday (from left): Michael Culp, Brian Zidek, John McBlain, Colleen Morrone, and Kevin Madden.
The current Delaware County Council, which passed the 2020 budget Wednesday (from left): Michael Culp, Brian Zidek, John McBlain, Colleen Morrone, and Kevin Madden.Read moreCourtesy Delaware County (custom credit)
    by Michaelle Bond
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    Michaelle Bond
    I'm an urbanism writer covering how people live in their homes, how the real estate market directs choices, and how policies shape communities. I also write The Inquirer's weekly Real Estate Newsletter, which highlights local real estate news and helps demystify the market.