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Pleasanton council accepts midyear budget update as long‑term forecast shows recurring $6M–$10M shortfalls
Summary
On Feb. 17 the Pleasanton City Council accepted a midyear FY2026 budget update and a 10‑year forecast showing a small near‑term surplus but projected annual operating deficits of $6 million–$10 million in later years and a $44 million annual gap in asset‑management funding. Staff outlined options and next steps for pension strategy and community engagement.
Pleasanton — The City Council on Feb. 17 accepted a midyear update to the fiscal year 2025–26 budget and a 10‑year financial forecast that projects a slim surplus this year but recurring structural shortfalls in the near term.
Susan, a city finance staff member presenting the report, told the council that “the general fund is projected to have a small surplus of a 23,000 at the end of the fiscal year.” The presentation showed revenues and expenditures edging lower than previous projections and identified drivers including lower property‑tax receipts (largely tied to assessment appeals), weaker sales tax, and changing development timing.
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