Aug 13, 2026Board meeting agenda packet
City Council Work Session
The City Council Work Session focused on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and Proposed Capital Investment Program. Key discussions included updating and editing strategic planning goals, a budget worksession overview, and grant funding requests, specifically for the Buffington Community Service Grants, Heritage Commission, and Cultural Arts Commission. The council also reviewed the operating budget, including five-year financial forecasts, revenue streams such as sales tax and utility rate increases, and proposed Ad Valorem tax rates. Additionally, the council reviewed the Heritage Preservation Grant Program recommendations, including project funding for various heritage and cultural organizations.