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Romulus council hears proposed 2026–27 budget, staff flag modest revenue gains and targeted investments
Summary
At a May 11 special public hearing, Romulus city finance staff told the council that revenues are modestly above the amended budget and outlined proposed increases for public safety, parks, infrastructure and the fleet; staff will return May 26 with formal appropriation documents.
The Romulus City Council on May 11 held a special public hearing on the proposed 2026–27 fiscal‑year budget and heard a presentation from finance staff on revenue trends, planned capital projects and the schedule for formal appropriation.
Maria, the city finance presenter, told the council that the general fund is tracking above the amended budget for the year and that the administration is using conservative projections for next year. She said state‑shared revenues are estimated to rise about 2 percent and…
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