Medford to Implement New Fee Structure in 2025 Supporting Essential Services and Public Safety

Medford residents, ring in the new year with some extra change in your pockets — for city fees, that is. Starting January 1, 2025, the City of Medford will roll out its revised fee schedule as part of a broader initiative to prop up essential services, bolster public safety, and keep the local parks and infrastructure in shipshape. City officials are banking on these adjustments to keep things fair and even-keeled for both residents and businesses, according to an announcement of

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Council has given the green light for the revised fee structure, ensuring that the city can continue to maintain its vital services. A new tiered system for business license fees designed based on the number of employees a company has, aims to more justly distribute the burden among variously sized companies. Along with the business licensing revamp, the city’s fleet services, including vehicles for fire districts and school programs, are now pegging their charges to market rates to keep the engines running smoothly.

Developers in Medford should be especially attuned to the changes in permit fees — they’ve been simplified, but a final increase is on the horizon. While on the subject of recreation, Parks and Recreation aren’t getting left in the dust; minor fee tweaks are on deck, aimed to ensure the city’s green spaces and facilities stay in prime condition for community enjoyment.

Meanwhile, those counting on Medford’s bravest will see a nominal rise in the public safety fee — a move that’s all about making sure Fire Station 15 keeps its response times as sharp as ever. Amidst these across-the-board fee updates, residents can find solace in the

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deliberate pace, with changes set to take effect as the calendar flips to 2025, allowing time to adjust and prepare.

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