McCULLOM LAKE – Most McCullom Lake residents can expect to see their village property taxes go up 3 percent next year.

The Village Board unanimously passed a levy that seeks $183,600, about $2,000 more than last year, Village Treasurer Jeanne Hansen said. The levy includes an amount to pay off a 2001 bond acquired to connect to the city of McHenry’s sewer system. Taxpayer’s will not see an increase on that portion of their property tax bill.

The increase will go to cover higher operating expenses, which are across the board, Hansen said. She cited fuel and employee-related expenses.