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Budget Amendment for Land Purchase (Resolution 2026-130)

Original title: Budget Resolution 2026-130 to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget to transfer funds from the Stormwater Reserve for Contingency account to purchase parcel 25502-000-00 in the amount of $550,000

Record date · March 3, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has passed a to transfer $550,000 from the Stormwater account to fund the purchase of a specific property, identified as 25502-000-00.

Why it matters

This resolution reallocates $550,000 previously set aside for stormwater contingencies toward the acquisition of a specific of land for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Who It Affects

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City taxpayers

The city's budget is being reallocated from a stormwater contingency fund to a land acquisition project.

Key Facts

  • The City Council passed Budget Resolution 2026-130.
  • The resolution authorizes the transfer of $550,000.
  • Funds are being moved from the Stormwater Reserve for Contingency account.
  • The funds are designated for the purchase of parcel 25502-000-00.
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  • The amendment applies to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget.
  • The resolution was introduced on February 11, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this resolution?
It authorizes the city to spend $550,000 to purchase a specific piece of land ( 25502-000-00).
Where is the money for this purchase coming from?
The funds are being transferred from the Stormwater account.

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Repurposing Contingency Funds

The city is utilizing funds originally earmarked for stormwater contingencies to facilitate a land acquisition.

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