Summary
The city's capital budget and reserve fund spending plan for fiscal year 2027 is up for adoption consideration by the Finance Committee. It determines which infrastructure projects get funded next year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Sep 29, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
The capital reserve spending plan shapes how city funds are spent on infrastructure in 2027.
Everyone who uses city infrastructure that gets funded next year.
Taxpayers who face potential unvetted municipal debt or spending without complete project transparency.
Mentions & discussions (5)
COUNCIL - Nov 3, 2026
The city's capital budget and reserve fund spending plan for fiscal year 2027 is up for adoption consideration by the Finance Committee. It determines which infrastructure projects get funded next year.
COUNCIL - Oct 27, 2026
The council is reviewing the proposed capital budget and spending plan for fiscal year 2027, which outlines city investments and financial commitments. This budget dictates how funds are allocated toward critical municipal improvements and infrastructure.
COUNCIL - Oct 20, 2026
The 2027 capital budget was introduced, but because it was amended before the public could comment on the original, Council scheduled a special public comment session for October 27 at 5:45 p.m. and may amend it again afterward.
COUNCIL - Sep 29, 2026
City Council officially adopted the 2027 capital budget and reserve fund spending plan, securing financial planning for city projects next year.
COUNCIL - Jun 30, 2026
Council members questioned the total costs and operational plans for the newly acquired city hall annex building and police crime center, leading to the tabling of funding transfers.
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