FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget
Summary
New fees and a 2.2% CPI bump take effect July 1, expected to bring in about $168,000. The council balked at a nearly $10,000 bench adoption fee and raised fireworks fines to $1,000-$1,500.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $168,000 in estimated new revenue for the upcoming fiscal year.
The town's general fund and residents relying on cost-recovered services.
Anyone hoping to adopt a park bench at the proposed price, and fireworks violators facing steeper fines.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Town Council Meeting — May 19, 2026
The town is projecting a balanced budget and a much-improved five-year outlook after two years of structural deficits, thanks to higher property and sales tax revenue and spending recalibration. The council added a $3 million community benefit capital fund and adjusted internal service fund charges. Final adoption is June 2.
Planning Commission — May 13, 2026
Roughly $41 million in roads, parks, storm drains, and public facilities over five years — including Highway 17 bike/ped bridge, Blossom Hill Road safety work, and storm drain repairs — was recommended to the Town Council for approval.
Town Council Meeting — April 7, 2026
New fees and a 2.2% CPI bump take effect July 1, expected to bring in about $168,000. The council balked at a nearly $10,000 bench adoption fee and raised fireworks fines to $1,000-$1,500.
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