The City Council reviewed the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, which totals $532 million. The discussion included budget growth drivers such as personnel expenditures, cost of living adjustments, and the maintenance of a 16% general fund reserve. The City Manager highlighted accomplishments from the previous year, including the issuance of GO bonds for infrastructure repairs and the relocation to the new municipal commons building. The presentation addressed structural imbalances where expenditures outpace recurring revenues and introduced upcoming sessions to update the strategic plan and develop fiscal policies. Specific allocations were discussed for public safety, transportation services, and departmental operations, alongside a transition back to traditional accounting methods for fund reporting.
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The council recognized a sergeant for their service as the star of the month. Citizens expressed concerns regarding illegal gambling activities in the area, requesting enforcement action. Additionally, residents spoke about the city charter, specifically section 7.2 regarding referendum powers, and requested that the council rescind a tax abatement ordinance related to a data center project.
Feb 9, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Study Session
The session commenced with a discussion regarding an ordinance to ban the sale of synthetic substances such as 7-hydroxy, while preserving the sale of natural kratom. Council members discussed potential timing for formal readings and the need for language that encompasses non-natural products. Following public comment from a representative of a local manufacturer, the floor opened for discussion on the Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan final report. Key topics included the need to address aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and community expectations, with recommendations for prioritizing asset revitalization and stewardship. The presentation outlined three priority pillars: park asset revitalization, focusing on stabilizing and modernizing existing facilities; recreation programs, highlighting youth and family out-of-school enrichment as a major need; and visionary projects, such as developing new facilities like aquatics centers and sports complexes.
