2026-2027 City Budget and State Revenue Sharing
Summary
The city handed the budget committee its proposed budget for the year ending June 30, 2027. Review starts next week with public works, and the council is scheduled to adopt a final budget by June 9.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The budget sets city spending and property tax levies for the coming fiscal year; staff also reported a roughly $1 million saving against the prior year's budget.
Residents who follow the process get multiple chances for public comment before the budget is adopted.
Utility ratepayers facing increased monthly utility bills during challenging economic times.
Mentions & discussions (6)
City Council - Sep 8, 2026
The streetlight project required an $85,841 transfer within the Transportation Fund. One commenter urged the council to wait until updated budget figures are public before acting on more budget items.
City Council - Jun 9, 2026
The city adopted a $51.8 million budget that relies on new utility bill fees to fund critical community services like parks, the library, and the museum after voters rejected a previous tax levy. While supporters argued the fees are necessary to keep core services open, critics raised concerns about adding costs to water bills without voter approval.
Budget Committee - May 6, 2026
The committee was set to hear public comments and a staff presentation on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and how State Revenue Sharing funds will be used. Resident Kathleen Dinges Rice submitted written testimony urging investment in cultural resources like the Heritage Museum, Library, and Riverfront Park.
Budget Committee - Apr 22, 2026
The city's proposed spending plan for the next fiscal year was up for its first committee review, including a public hearing and a budget presentation from the finance director. What the committee decides shapes services, staffing, and projects before the City Council adopts a final budget by June 30.
Budget Committee - Apr 15, 2026
The city handed the budget committee its proposed budget for the year ending June 30, 2027. Review starts next week with public works, and the council is scheduled to adopt a final budget by June 9.
Urban Renewal Agency - Jan 13, 2026
The Urban Renewal Agency officially started its 2026-27 budget cycle by adopting its calendar and naming a budget officer. The URA budget runs alongside the city budget on the same meeting dates, and one calendar date will be corrected before budget season.
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