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Payson Council approves tentative FY2026-27 budget, sets June public hearings
Summary
The Payson City Council voted to adopt Ordinance 05-06-2026-B reviewing the tentative FY2026-27 budget and set public hearings for June 17, 2026. Finance Director Cathy Jensen said changes since the prior meeting were primarily impact-fee reimbursements and wage increases in IT.
The Payson City Council on May 6 approved Ordinance 05-06-2026-B to review and adopt the city’s tentative budget for fiscal year 2026–2027 and scheduled public hearings for June 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Finance Director Cathy Jensen presented the budget and described changes since the council’s April review, citing impact-fee reimbursements in Public Works and wage increases in the information-technology budget.
Councilmember Ryan Rowley told residents the overall budget is smaller than last year: “the budget is 5% less than last year.” Councilmembers requested a follow-up work session to review finer detail before final adoption. The council approved the motion, which was moved by Councilmember Brian Hulet and seconded by Councilmember Ryan Rowley; the roll call vote was unanimous.
