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Montgomery mayor warns of tighter budget, highlights $50M in capital work and urges state action on online tax formula
Summary
The mayor said federal funding declines and online sales tax distribution shortfalls are reducing city revenue, urged state lawmakers to act on the SSUT formula, and pointed to more than $50 million invested through the Montgomery Forward initiative, including $2.4 million at Lagoon Park.
Mayor (unnamed) said Montgomery is entering budget season with weaker revenue forecasts and that federal funding cuts are reducing money flowing to states and cities. He said city officials have asked cabinet members and department leaders to reassess budgets and look for ways to preserve core services while tightening spending.
The mayor described the city’s recent capital work as evidence of strategic investment: “We invested more than $50,000,000 in improving our neighborhoods, parks, fire…
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