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City certifies 2026 preliminary budget and levy with added capital allocation
Summary
Council certified the 2026 preliminary budget and levy, adding $100,000 in capital and including a conservative estimate for Minnesota Paid Leave; the motion passed 5-0.
City staff presented the final preliminary budget and levy for 2026, noting two changes since the budget workshop: an additional $100,000 in capital and an allowance for Minnesota Paid Leave beginning Jan. 1. Staff said the paid-leave estimate is conservative and that actual costs are expected to be lower.
A council member moved to approve the 2026 preliminary budget and levy; council seconded and the motion passed unanimously (5-0). Staff will proceed with certification and further budget process steps consistent with statutory timelines.
Council members also asked whether Celebrate Montrose funding requests had been submitted during the budget process; staff said no formal request had been received and that groups can apply, and staff noted the department will follow up.
