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Potential Forensic Audit of City Finances

The audit committee narrowed 13 firms to three finalists and will bring two recommended firms to a special meeting in early November. The audit covers CIP projects, ARPA funds, and the water/sewer enterprise, and must finish before the March CLA audit to protect up to $6 million in tax rate capacity.

8 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Municipal Budget Adoption

The city approved its annual budget and a flat property tax rate of $0.43070, though residents will face higher utility and service fees. Council members discussed the challenges of balancing infrastructure needs against household cost-of-living pressures.

8 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 14, 2026