Collegedale Commission approves first readings of 2025–26 budget and interim tax ordinance, OKs pump station contract and equipment purchases

Summary

On May 19, 2025, the Collegedale City Commission approved first readings of the annual budget and an interim revenue ordinance, authorized a settlement in design-defect litigation, awarded a $3.25 million contract for pump station modernization, and approved several equipment and grant amendments; all recorded votes were unanimous.

The Collegedale City Commission on May 19 approved first readings of the city—udget for fiscal year 2025 nd an interim general revenue ordinance and unanimously approved a package of contracts, equipment purchases and a legal settlement.

Commissioners voted to advance the annual budget ordinance (Ordinance No. 1158) and an interim general revenue ordinance (Ordinance No. 1159) after a public hearing on the budget that drew no public comment. City staff told commissioners the interim revenue ordinance is being adopted while the city awaits a certified property tax rate from the Hamilton County assessor.

The budget matter drew brief discussion about how enterprise fund balances are presented. Commissioner Johnson noted that assigned fund-balance figures for enterprise funds such as sewer and airport reflect asset values (land, buildings), not cash on hand. Finance staff confirmed the general fund balance is cash and that line-item formats follow the state comptroller's requirements.

The commission also approved a mediated settlement in litigation involving alleged design defects at Little Debbie Park. The city attorney told the commission that the settlement resolves the most significant potential expense (repairs to…

Collegedale Commission approves first readings of 2025–26 budget and interim tax ordinance, OKs pump station contract and equipment purchases

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