Universal City officials reported strong financial performance during the city council meeting on September 16, 2025, highlighting a significant surplus in the general fund and robust revenues across various sectors. As of July 2025, the city has completed 83% of its fiscal year, with general fund revenues exceeding expenditures by approximately $3.6 million. This surplus is largely attributed to a reimbursement of $1.7 million related to a Chick-fil-A project.

The city’s ad valorem revenue reached $9 million, accounting for 99% of the anticipated budget, while sales tax revenue stood at $1.3 million, representing 86% of the expected total. The utilities fund also showed positive results, with revenues exceeding expenditures by $2.4 million, driven by water and sewer revenues that were at 91% and 83% of their respective budgets.

The stormwater fund reported revenues of approximately $700,000, exceeding expenditures by $192,000, while the golf course fund saw revenues surpass expenditures by $744,000. Notably, green fees at the golf course have nearly reached $2 million for the year, a significant increase compared to previous years.

City officials emphasized the importance of continued financial oversight and expressed hopes for forthcoming performance reports from the golf course to further evaluate its success. The meeting underscored Universal City's strong fiscal health and proactive management as it moves forward into the final quarter of the fiscal year.