Budget carryforward and capital project delays
Summary
The city has struggled with departments budgeting far more than they spend, carrying forward $31 million in unspent capital budget into this year. That's been cut in half to $16 million, and the Board of Finance wants a 'catch-up' year — limiting new projects to mission-critical ones and delaying the $10 million garage.
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Last discussed May 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city has cut its carryforward in half to $16 million, and FEMA still owes it about $12 million that's currently covered by debt financing.
Residents benefit from better budget forecasting and avoiding unnecessary debt costs.
Users of the delayed garage and pool facilities will wait longer for those projects.
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