A new budget has been passed with a significant fund balance. The budget amount is $20 million, accompanied by a $20.9 million fund balance. City officials had previously built a surplus of $1.5 million by June.

A proposal to cut property taxes was voted down by commissioners. The vote was 4-1 against the proposed cut.

Further details about the budget and tax proposal are available, including comments from city officials about their priorities for the budget and tax rates.