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HighTaxes Budget

FY 2026-27 city budget

The city's finances are on solid ground at mid-year: sales tax is running about $600,000 ahead of projections and salary savings total roughly $2.1 million. Amendments add a police position split between the general fund and cannabis fund.

3 mentionsLast discussed Jun 9, 2026

HighTaxes Budget

Measure A sales tax shift to fund three firefighters

The council shifted 3% of Measure A sales tax money from roads to public safety to start hiring three firefighters for the ladder truck arriving in three to four years. Critics worried about setting a precedent of using the tax for salaries; the council added a no-overtime condition and a 12-month review.

1 mentionLast discussed May 12, 2026