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Burlington mayor and administration present FY26 budget that trims staff, keeps municipal tax change under 1%
Summary
The mayor and city administration presented the proposed fiscal year 2026 municipal budget to the Burlington Board of Finance on June 2, saying staff and program reductions will limit the municipal tax increase to less than 1% while preserving targeted investments in community health, safety and housing.
The mayor and city administration presented the proposed fiscal year 2026 municipal budget on June 2, telling the Burlington Board of Finance the plan reduces spending, trims positions and keeps the municipal portion of the property tax increase to less than 1%.
Officials said the budget reflects a multi-year effort to close a structural gap in the general fund after federal grant revenue that supported recent budgets has declined and personnel costs rose. The administration said program and staffing changes — including eliminating 25 city positions and consolidating middle-management roles — reduce the budget gap by nearly $4 million and avoid a larger municipal tax increase.
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