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Finance staff: Measure M stabilizes Novato budget; council reviews FY 2026–27 assumptions

Novato City Council · April 14, 2026
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Summary

Staff told council that Measure M revenue is stabilizing the general fund and recommended allocations — streets and roads, reserves, pension set‑aside, and economic development support — while proposing a $150,000 facilities assessment to inventory deferred maintenance.

Finance staff presented the FY 2026–27 operating budget assumptions and an updated general fund forecast on April 14, emphasizing that Measure M has restored budget balance after prior deficits. Staff explained the forecast assumptions (modest revenue growth, cost inflation of roughly 0–2.5% on non‑labor items, MOUs covering salary increases through 2028) and showed scenarios with and without Measure…

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