Summary
The city ended last fiscal year $8.5 million ahead in the general fund and $16.9 million citywide, thanks to higher sales tax, interest earnings, and spending discipline. About $8.2 million in unspent purchase orders rolls into this year's budget, but the city manager warned it's not a spending windfall given committed raises.
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unassigned fund balance grew to about $61.5 million, strengthening the city's reserves by roughly 6%.
All residents benefit from stronger reserves and restored budget requests, though pay raises and safety negotiations will claim much of it.
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