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Council adopts $2.265 million budget amendment; finance chief says cash on hand covers increases

5866070 · September 23, 2025
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The City Council approved a midyear budget amendment increasing general fund expenses by $2,265,000 and recognized roughly $304,000 in additional revenue; city finance staff said cash is on hand and the amendment does not violate the reserve policy, but council asked follow-up questions about past contract payments and revenue trends.

The North Little Rock City Council voted to adopt a midyear amendment to the 2025 city budget that increases general fund spending by approximately $2,265,000 and recognizes roughly $304,000 in additional revenue.

A staff member working on the city's financials explained the amendment addresses midyear adjustments for higher-than-expected insurance and vehicle maintenance costs, overtime in the police department, credit-card processing fees, and an IT maintenance line that includes…

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