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Alpine City adopts FY 2026 tentative budget; capital projects, fire station funding noted
Summary
The Alpine City Council unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2026 tentative budget May 13, outlining revenues, capital projects including Canyon Crest and a planned fire station contribution, and a 4% general salary assumption.
The Alpine City Council adopted Resolution R2025-11 on May 13, approving the city's tentative budget for fiscal year 2026.
City staff highlighted revenue assumptions including modest increases in property taxes, flat sales tax budgeting at $2.1 million, and the first full year of the voter-approved park tax. Staff said they budgeted a 4% salary increase with additional limited market adjustments and factored higher health-insurance costs.
Capital priorities in the tentative budget include road maintenance (about $1 million), crosswalk and trail improvements, and planning for a fire station estimated at roughly $5 million. Staff reported the city has accumulated about $3 million in cash toward the station and plans to explore grants and other funding; some combination of cash and future bonding or grants was discussed as likely.
Councilmembers asked for more detail on fund balances and the proposed spending plan; staff said they will meet individually with council members before adopting a final budget in June. The council voted 5-0 to adopt the tentative budget request.
Why it matters: The tentative budget sets spending and revenue expectations for the coming fiscal year and outlines major capital projects that will affect public services and long-term finances.
