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Fayetteville previews $273.8 million 2026 budget; general fund roughly $80.9 million
Summary
Finance staff reviewed the proposed 2026 all-funds budget of $273.8 million, with the general fund at about $80.9 million. Key additions include two police FTEs (SROs), a new stormwater fund, and modest personnel adjustments; staff said the budget is balanced with a one-time transfer and an estimated general fund ending balance of $32.4 million.
Fayetteville’s finance director presented highlights of a proposed $273.8 million all-funds budget for 2026, telling council the plan is largely similar to 2025 with specific additions and small adjustments.
The proposed budget allocates roughly $81 million to the general fund, about $69 million to water and sewer, and $34.5 million to sales-tax bond funds. Staff…
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