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City Manager previews FY2026–27 general fund, proposes hold on tax rate
Summary
City Manager Robert Heminger told the Navasota City Council July 27 the workshop was for planning assumptions and that staff intends to present a 'not to exceed' tax rate Aug. 24, with public hearings and adoption scheduled for September.
City Manager Robert Heminger opened the July 27 special meeting by framing the session as a final review of the FY2026–27 general fund, emphasizing staff was seeking council direction rather than adopting policy. "Again, not asking for any adoption tonight, we're just talking through planning assumptions," Heminger said.
Heminger outlined the remaining calendar: staff will present the proposed budget Aug. 24, the council will set public hearings for September and adopt the budget and tax rate at the second September meeting. Heminger said staff's preference is to carry forward last year's tax rate and use a proposed "not to exceed" rate in August so the city cannot later set a higher amount. He also presented peer comparisons, saying he expects Navasota to remain mid-range among nearby full-service cities.
