Together a Better New Bedford

Together a Better New Bedford For a better community. Father, husband and citizen of New Bedford looking to bring positive change to our city, children, schools, & public safety.

We deserve better for our children and community. Your city...your voice.

05/14/2026

During Wednesday night's FY27 Budget Address, Mayor Jon Mitchell reiterated the message he and others municipal leaders have been delivering in the media and other public appearances: The Commonwealth has failed to adequately support New Bedford and other localities by not adjusting state aid to match mandated costs and inflation. Read more about the budget proposal on our website: https://www.newbedford-ma.gov/blog/news/mayor-mitchell-presents-fiscal-year-2027-budget/

https://www.facebook.com/share/17o7Resjhc/How is this sustainable???
05/14/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/17o7Resjhc/

How is this sustainable???

A New Bedford resident shared her property tax assessments which shows an increase in property taxes from $2,954 in 2024 to $4,535 in 2026 - an annual increase of $1,381 or 53% over the three years.

"Screw this city! I'm selling and leaving Massachusetts. Screw this state!"

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