Yerington releases tentative FY 2026–27 budget with capital plans and modest wage increase

Yerington — Interim City Manager Jerry Bryant presented the City of Yerington’s tentative budget for fiscal year 2026–27 at the April 13 council meeting, outlining revenue projections, staffing changes and capital projects.

The budget transmittal lists $598,818 in property tax revenue and projects combined available General Fund resources of $4,771,129. The tentative budget includes a 2.5% salary/wage increase for nearly all employees as an allowance for merit increases and reflects Public Employees’ Retirement System contribution calculations (36.75% for most employees; 58.75% for police). The budget message notes an assessed property valuation of $172,222,473 and projected consolidated tax revenue of $944,163.

Enterprise funds and capital plans: The tentative budget assigns $650,000 for pumps and generators to support increased water production and forecasts a net income of $278,150 for the Water Fund and a net loss of ($270,667) for the Sewer Fund. The budget discusses completion of the California Well project, FAA taxiway and airport‑related projects (FAA taxiway project listed at $278,000 in capital outlay), and a suite of capital maintenance items across public works and parks.

Why it matters: The budget sets the city’s spending priorities for the coming year and signals planned investments in water infrastructure tied to growth and utility stability. It also includes contingency and debt schedules and notes federal grant applications that could alter capital plans if awarded.

Next steps and schedule: The council’s tentative budget was placed on the record; staff said final adoption is scheduled for a public hearing on May 26, 2026, with two supporting hearings noted in the transmittal.