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Board adopts FY2027 budget on first reading amid resident concerns over new fees
Summary
The Greenbrier Board adopted Ordinance 26-05 (FY2027 budget) on first reading by a 5-1 vote. Residents at the public hearing raised concerns about a $15 wipes-flushing fee, charges for electronic meters and a proposed $3 million financing note.
The Greenbrier Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Ordinance 26-05, the fiscal year 2027 budget, on first reading at its June 1 meeting, passing the measure 5-1. Alderman Alisha Allgood voted no; Aldermen Chris Davis, Bill Deaver, Jeff DeLong, Billy Ray Dorris and Donald Toohey voted aye.
At the public hearing preceding the formal roll call, Lisa Hudson of 115 Parker objected to what she described as rising taxes and new fees tied to the budget, asking specifically whether a $15 charge associated with flushing wipes would have an end date and when fees for electronic meters would stop. Richard Hudson, also of 115 Parker, questioned the need for the city to seek a $3 million financing note. City staff told commenters that no end date for the $15 charge had been discussed but that it “could be discussed.”
The ordinance was considered on first reading, which advances the budget process but does not alone finalize appropriations. The board also approved a separate amendment to the FY2026 budget (Ordinance 26-03) earlier in the meeting. The minutes do not specify whether the $15 fee was adopted as part of Ordinance 26-05 or as a separate administrative charge; the transcript indicates the fee’s end date was not established at the meeting.
Next steps: the budget advanced on first reading; further readings or administrative determinations may follow according to the city’s ordinance schedule.
