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Hyattsville council adopts FY2027 budget and tax rates
Summary
On June 8 the Council adopted Ordinance 2026-01, approving the fiscal year 2026–2027 budget and fixed tax rates effective July 1, 2026; the ordinance passed on second reading by voice vote.
Hyattsville's City Council approved its annual operating budget for fiscal year 2026–2027 during a June 8 meeting, adopting Ordinance 2026-01 on second reading.
Council president Joseph Solomon moved to adopt the ordinance, which fixes tax rates and appropriates funds for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and the ordinance passed by voice vote.
During public comment several residents raised questions about specific budget line items and bond-refunding materials; council and staff said materials will be made available and that they view this budget as an improvement from prior cycles. Council members publicly thanked staff for a smoother budget season and noted continued outreach and committee work ahead.
What happens next: the budget becomes effective on July 1, 2026. Staff and council will continue to monitor implementation and follow up on public questions that arose during the meeting.
