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Preliminary budget approved; council debates reducing large fire suppression line fee
Summary
The Preston City Council approved the preliminary fiscal‑year budget on Aug. 11 but debated whether to reduce a proposed fire suppression line fee; council members heard that decreasing a fee does not require public hearing, but they deferred fee changes so staff and attorney could advise and to include any separate agenda item.
The Preston City Council approved the preliminary fiscal‑year 2025–26 budget on Aug. 11 and discussed — but did not adopt — a request to reduce a city fee for fire suppression service lines.
Mayor and staff explained the preliminary budget vote is a procedural step to publish the tentative budget; the item does not finalize revenue or fee schedules. Council member Thomas asked if the council could simultaneously change the fee resolution. City staff and counsel advised that while decreases in fees…
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