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Council reviews FY27 budget and five-year CIP; debate centers on TIF balances and a $50 million rec center placeholder

Mckenry City Council · April 7, 2026
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Summary

Staff presented budget adjustments and a five-year CIP; council discussed Route 31 funding, Riverside streetscape funding mix, a proposed $50 million rec center placeholder, and TIF deficits. Staff will finalize the budget and return for a vote on April 20.

City staff presented updates to the FY27 budget and a five‑year capital investment plan (CIP) during a lengthy April 6 session, prompting extended questions about revenue sources, TIF balances and how a large recreation center project could be funded.

Finance staff said the FY27 budget includes a $1.4 million increase to account for Route 31 widening contract costs and a staffing change to convert a part‑time code enforcement officer to a full‑time position. The…

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