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Fort Thomas council approves FY25–26 budget and 4% pay-table increase amid questions about reserves
Summary
Council read and approved budget ordinances including a pay-classification table increase of 4%. Residents and at least one council member pressed for more detail on reserves, projected shortfalls, and transparency around employee compensation.
The Fort Thomas City Council voted on and approved the city’s amended current-year budget and the fiscal year 2025–26 budget and also adopted an amendment to the pay-classification plan that raises the official pay table by 4% effective July 1, 2025.
During public comment, several residents raised budget concerns. A citizen reading directly from the city budget message noted the general fund expenses were projected to exceed revenues after transfers by $7,539,751 and said the mayor and staff indicated they would “present information to support a discussion about whether to consider a tax increase this year and in the…
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