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Food-producing companies in Argentina have supported a government initiative to report municipal tax rates while calling for comprehensive tax reform to alleviate high fiscal pressure.

The city of Hialeah, Florida, is set to offer tax relief to seniors 65 and older with limited income, pending a final vote.

The municipality of Campina Grande has extended the deadline for paying the IPTU tax with a 10% discount, allowing residents to settle their dues by March 31.

The Municipal Chamber of Campo Grande is set to vote on a project allowing a tax exemption of approximately R$ 12 million for the Guaicurus Consortium, aimed at keeping public transport fares low.

The implementation of a garbage collection tax in Cabo Frio has sparked concerns among residents and business owners regarding the amounts charged this year.

A heated exchange took place between Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni and Deputy Mayra Mendoza regarding municipal tax rates, igniting accusations about inflation and fiscal responsibilities between the national and provincial governments.

A new garbage collection fee has been implemented in Cabo Frio, Brazil, prompting discussions among residents regarding its calculation based on property type and estimated waste generation.

Candidates for the upcoming municipal elections in major French cities propose various plans regarding local taxes, emphasizing promises of tax freezes or reductions.

The City Council of Piracicaba is set to vote on an urgent tax debt regularization program that offers significant discounts on fines and interest.

The Chamber of Cuiabá unanimously approved a tax exemption for homeowners on unpaved streets, altering the municipal property tax law to provide relief to affected residents.

A new garbage tax in Spain has led to a historic 17.4% increase in waste collection costs, marking the largest annual rise on record as households are now required to pay the actual cost of waste management.

The São Paulo Court of Justice upheld a law increasing municipal tax rates, despite a request for suspension from the Public Prosecutor's Office.

The digital payment slips for the 2026 urban property tax (IPTU) in Curitiba are now available online, with physical delivery starting next week.

Residents of Mongaguá, São Paulo, are being targeted by a fraud scheme involving false tax collections, prompting an alert from the municipal government.

At the beginning of February, Latvia's total tax arrears reached €830.763 million, up by 1.8% from the previous month, according to data from the State Revenue Service (VID).

Residents of Campo Grande who missed the IPTU payment deadline will now incur interest and penalties, according to municipal guidance following the expiration of the payment deadline.

The Jelgava City Council plans to approve a budget of approximately 146.8 million euros for 2026, equating to 2,475 euros per resident.

The Norwegian government plans to implement a municipal cruise tax starting in 2027 to help manage the impacts of increased tourism on local communities.

The municipal property tax (IPTU) for 2026 in Palmas, Brazil, now offers extended payment deadlines and discounts for early payment.

The payment schedule for the Urban Property and Land Tax (IPTU) for 2026 has been announced for cities in the Alto Tietê region, with deadlines varying by municipality.

The city of São José do Rio Preto has announced a decrease in the assessed value of 14,000 properties following a review of the property valuation plan by Fipe, which impacts the municipal property tax (IPTU).

The Campina Grande city government has made available the 2026 IPTU ticket with a 10% discount for those who pay in a single installment before February 28.

The deadline for renegotiating debts with the Mogi City Hall has been extended to March 31, providing more time for taxpayers to settle their obligations under special conditions.

The Mato Grosso do Sul Court of Justice denied Campo Grande's municipal appeal against a preliminary injunction that maintains a 10% discount on early payment of IPTU and limits the tax increase to 5.32%.

The municipal property tax (IPTU) in Piracicaba will see an average hike of 21.5% in 2026, while other nearby cities report smaller adjustments around 4%.

The CGIBS (Committee for the Management of the Tax on Goods and Services) will hold a ceremony on February 9 to swear in municipal representatives who will serve on its Superior Council.

Approximately a quarter of the income tax revenue from the Mārupes district is redistributed to benefit other municipalities, a practice deemed unfair by Aivars Osītis, the chairman of the Mārupes council, in light of the Finance Ministry's proposed new municipal financial equalization model.

Tensions have risen between officials over tax burdens affecting the automotive export sector in Argentina, as demand for reduced provincial and municipal taxes to boost competitiveness continues.

The new decree allows the IPTU tax to be paid in up to nine monthly installments and updates the municipal tax code to align with a complementary law approved in late 2024.

This article explains how residents of Buenos Aires Province and the City can access discounts and benefits on municipal tax payments through various payment modalities.

The Municipal Court in Prague acquitted former owner of engineering firm ČKD Praha DIZ, Petr Speychal, of tax evasion charges, while five others were found guilty and faced prison sentences and fines.

The Erding district council passed a record budget of 315 million euros, but rising municipal tax revenues mean the district will receive 5.3 million euros less in key allocations, leading to increased local taxes and new debts despite record income.