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Fiscal Year 2026-2027 City Budget

The city faces a $12.7 million deficit next year even after $3.5 million in cuts, and reserves will shrink to roughly $500,000. Council restored $235,000 for senior meals and pledged to keep working on the budget starting in August.

5 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

Business License Tax Reform (Gross Receipts Tax)

A twelve-member ad hoc committee is working toward a business license tax reform recommendation by late November, hoping to place a measure on the 2027 ballot. The Chamber of Commerce complained it's been sidelined despite being told it would lead the process, and the city manager will seek council clarification October 20.

3 mentionsLast discussed Oct 6, 2026