Spirit Lake, IA (northwestiowanow.com) – The Lakes Regional Healthcare Board of Trustees has approved the county tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, keeping it at $0.48 per $1,000 of property value.

This decision ensures continued support for vital healthcare services in Dickinson County without increasing the tax burden on residents.

Lakes Regional Healthcare boasts one of the lowest tax rates among county-supported hospitals in Iowa, despite providing extensive services, including ambulance operations.

The allocated funds support essential services like ambulance services and hospital operations, helping to offset staffing costs, inflation, and care for those who cannot pay.

Lakes Regional Healthcare emphasizes its commitment to responsible financial management and providing quality, affordable healthcare to the community.