Stuart to eliminate up to 12 staff positions after City Commission votes to reduce property taxes

Stuart to eliminate up to 12 staff positions after City Commission votes to reduce property taxes

The City of Stuart is preparing to eliminate between 10 and 12 staff positions following a decision to reduce property taxes, as part of a broader effort to cut costs and improve efficiency.The City Commission voted 4-1 last week to lower the property tax rate from 5 to 4.9 mills. The decision followed a directive from commissioners earlier this year asking city staff to find ways to reduce spending and streamline operations.WATCH WPTV'S COVERAG…