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Council warns FY27 general fund and capital budget public hearing; $30,000 economic development ask cleared for inclusion
Summary
Council approved warning a Feb. 11 public hearing on the FY27 general fund and capital budget and signaled informal support for adding a $30,000 economic development consultant line, which staff will incorporate as it finalizes materials.
City staff told the council the FY27 budget has small adjustments since the Jan. 14 review — insurance costs rose, county tax decreased and enterprise rates were updated — producing an estimated $209 net change for an average property owner. Staff presented a worksheet showing changes and described a proposed $50,000 capital transfer for stormwater and a potential additional $30,000 line for economic development consulting if the council chooses to add it.
Councilors discussed the $30,000 item’s tax impact (a modest change to the combined householder impact) and debated whether to add it now or wait to view a fuller fiscal picture. Several members argued the city needs to be proactive on economic development and supported adding the $30,000; others urged a holistic review and caution given other near‑term asks. After discussion, Councilor Tim moved to warn the public hearing on Feb. 11, the motion passed unanimously, and staff will finalize materials for the open house on Jan. 31 and the public hearing notice.
