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Temple City Council adopts $40.9 million FY 2026–27 budget with $40,000 added for grant advocacy
Summary
The Temple City Council voted 4–1 on June 16 to adopt a $40.9 million budget for FY 2026–27 (Res. 26-5882), approving a $40,000 amendment for grant advocacy, $350,000 for the Rosemead Gateway bridge placeholder and $35,000 for leadership training; the council directed staff to return with implementation details and transparency measures for Measure TC spending.
The Temple City Council on June 16 adopted its FY 2026–27 budget, approving Resolution 26-5882 with an amendment to add $40,000 for grant advocacy and other clarifying items.
The budget totals roughly $40.9 million, including projected general fund expenditures of about $20.8 million and a projected general fund balance of approximately $28.8 million as of June 30, 2027. Staff said the plan centers on priorities tied to Measure TC — roads and infrastructure, parks, public safety, economic development and sustainability. City staff allocated a $350,000 placeholder for Rosemead Gateway bridge work and $35,000 for leadership training in the administration and engineering budgets.
City Manager Brian Cook summarized the plan and said staff will return with more detailed proposals, including a multi‑year pavement rehabilitation program and specific project lists for Measure TC funds. "We will be coming back sometime likely in the late summer with an amendment to the fiscal year 2627 budget," Cook said, noting road projects and long‑term maintenance work would be brought forward for council review.
A key amendment added by the council earmarks $40,000 for hiring outside assistance to pursue federal and state grant opportunities — described in staff presentations as professional advocacy or lobbying support. Director Kung said the item was intended to improve the city's ability to secure outside funding after staff had mixed success in recent requests. "We're going to try that," Kung said, adding that staff will issue an RFP to define scope and cost before moving forward.
During debate, council members pressed staff for transparency on Measure TC spending and asked that residents be able to track which projects are funded. Council and staff discussed creating an online dashboard and on‑the‑ground signage so residents can see Measure TC allocations and project status. One public commenter recommended a citizens' oversight committee to monitor Measure TC expenditures.
The council voted by roll call: Council member Chavez — Yes; Council member Sternquist — No; Council member Yu — Yes; Mayor Pro Tem Chen — Yes; Mayor Mann — Yes. The motion passed 4–1.
The council asked staff to return with more analysis on economic development staffing choices, details on the proposed grant advocacy RFP and a plan for Measure TC transparency and reporting. The city manager and public works director will bring back a detailed pavement program and cost estimates in follow‑up meetings.
