Council debates tax‑rate framework and 0‑based budgeting; sends matter to workshop
Council debated whether to build the FY2026‑27 budget on the no‑new‑revenue rate, the voter‑approved rate, or the 3.5% cap and discussed piloting 0‑based budgeting; council voted to workshop the policy and asked staff for scenario comparisons.
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Council members spent substantial time debating the revenue baseline for the coming fiscal year and how to implement 0‑based budgeting. Budget Director Jesus Esparza explained the practical steps in the calendar (final appraisals typically available late July) and said staff will prepare options tied to different revenue assumptions.
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