During the City of Dayton City Council Budget Work Session on November 26, 2024, council members were presented with several budget options aimed at addressing a projected decrease in tax capacity. The discussion centered around maintaining the current tax rate, a directive that emerged from a previous council meeting.

City staff outlined four potential options for the council to consider, although specific details of these options were not disclosed in the brief excerpt. The emphasis was on finding solutions that would allow the city to manage its budget effectively while adhering to the council's goal of keeping the tax rate stable.

This meeting highlights the ongoing challenges faced by local governments in balancing budgets amid fluctuating tax revenues. As the council deliberates on these options, the decisions made will have significant implications for city services and financial planning in the coming year. Further discussions and decisions are expected as the council works to finalize the budget.