Summary
The city closed FY 2026 with a $968,110 surplus back in the general fund, but tax abatements drained about $1.2 million from the abatement reserve (down from $2.5 million to roughly $1.5 million). Staff says future contingency covers up to $1.8 million in abatements.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $968,110 surplus goes back into reserves, but the abatement reserve dropped by roughly $1 million.
All taxpayers benefit from prudent spending and restored reserves.
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