Stirling Council is facing a budget gap of more than £17 million - with council tax set to rise by 7%.
Council documents show they're needing to fill a budget gap of £17.6 million, when they set out their spending plans today.
Councillors will debate a rise in council tax - with the administration proposing a 7% rise.
Meanwhile, a report says local authorities are facing a "prolonged" period of constrained funding.
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