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Hendersonville proposes $75.15 million FY27 budget with no tax-rate increase; utility fees rise
Summary
City presenter outlined a $75,150,992 FY27 recommended budget that holds the property tax rate steady while raising water, sewer and stormwater charges; the plan includes a 4% cost-of-living increase, a higher 401(k) match and 10 new full‑time positions.
Hendersonville officials released a recommended fiscal year 2027 budget of $75,150,992 and said the property tax rate will not increase under the plan.
The presentation, delivered by a city presenter, emphasized that "no increase to the tax rate," while noting targeted fee changes for utilities. The presenter said water and sewer rates will increase to support the capital improvement plan and "ongoing efforts to equalize water rates between inside and outside citywide customers." Stormwater rates will rise by $1, while parking rates and sanitation fees will remain unchanged.
The recommended budget includes a 4% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees and increases the city's 401(k) match from 3% to 4% to boost employee retirement savings. The presenter said a new housing fund is being established using "various grants and revenues generated from the Gray Mill project" to support housing initiatives across Hendersonville.
Personnel changes in the recommendation include 10 new full-time positions for FY27, with eight roles aimed at public safety needs and two focused on housing and development. The presenter framed these items as part of advancing the city's priorities while maintaining overall rate stability for taxpayers.
Officials directed residents to the city's budget website for more information: hendersonvillenc.gov/budget. The presentation concluded with closing remarks from the presenter and no formal vote or action was recorded in the transcript.
