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Sedona staff present smaller FY2026–27 budget, emphasize 0‑based review to tighten spending
Summary
City Manager Annette Spickered and budget staff told Sedona City Council on April 15 that the proposed FY2026–27 budget is lower than the current year and relies on 0‑based budgeting to improve spending accuracy. Staff highlighted $61 million in policy reserves and a plan to focus capital spending on prioritized projects.
Sedona City Manager Annette Spickered told the City Council on April 15 that the proposed fiscal 2026–27 budget is smaller than the current year and built around tighter spending and partnerships. “Weare proposing a budget that is lower than the current year budget,” Spickered said, noting staff used a new 0‑based budgeting (ZBB) approach and updated financial software to re‑examine every line item.
Deputy City Manager Barbara Whitehorn and Budget and Investment Manager Sterling West walked the council through key figures:…
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