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Manassas Park adopts FY2026 budget after heated debate over proposed water-rate increase
Summary
The governing body adopted a balanced FY2026 budget that reduces the real-estate tax rate by 1¢ and includes a proposed water-rate increase; a motion to keep water rates flat failed and council directed the city manager to prioritize an enterprise fund study.
Manassas Park’s governing body voted on June 24 to adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget after extended debate about water-rate increases and how to protect residents from rising utility costs. City Manager Calvin presented a balanced budget proposal that included a 1¢ reduction in the real-estate tax rate, a citywide 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for most staff and a modest increase in water rates meant to cover enterprise fund shortfalls.
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