Palermo increases Tari tax by an average of 6 percent

Last Updated: May 1, 2024

The article explains that the Tariffa sui Rifiuti (Tari) is increasing for the residents of Palermo as decided by the City Council. The new Tari amount is 131.5 million euros, 12 million more than the previous year, and must be covered by the revenue from the waste disposal tax. The increase ranges from 10 to 30 euros for a household of one to six or more members, representing a 6% increase compared to 2023. The additional costs are partially offset by 2 million euros from the tourist tax. The article also includes comments from various officials and opposition members criticizing the decision for different reasons.