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Board adopts 2026 budget after debate over fleet financing and franchise‑fee accounting
Summary
After questions about fleet financing and whether a 10% water franchise fee is codified, the Little Rock City Board approved the 2026 budget Dec. 16 by recorded vote; directors requested detailed fleet cost and up‑fit estimates by Q1 2026.
The Little Rock City Board of Directors adopted the city’s 2026 budget Dec. 16 amid extended debate over vehicle‑replacement financing and franchise‑fee accounting.
Director Adcock urged more time to review the budget, saying, “I do believe I do not believe that we have had sufficient time to go over this budget as a group,” and asked the board to postpone so department heads could answer questions. After discussion, the board voted to adopt the budget by a recorded 6–2 vote.
A central point of discussion was a…
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