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Northglenn sales and use tax down through May; city staff flags revenue risks for 2026 budget
Summary
City staff reported July 14 that citywide sales and use tax collections were down about 2.5% through May compared with the prior year, with declines concentrated in auto-related and marijuana taxes; staff warned the trend will shape 2026 budget planning and offered specific fund-level revenue and expenditure updates.
City staff told the Northglenn City Council on July 14 that citywide sales and use tax collections were down roughly 2.5% through May compared with the same period last year, a shortfall officials said will play a role in 2026 budget planning.
Deputy City Manager Jason Loveland, presenting the May 2025 financial update, said auto use tax and general sales tax were weaker while food sales were a bright spot. "Citywide sales and use tax are down 2.5 percent compared to the same period last year," Loveland said, and he listed sector specifics that staff is tracking.
Why it matters: Sales and use tax are a major general-fund revenue source for the city budget. Loveland told council the retreat toward lower collections is notable because, excluding…
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