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General fund reserves at 23% and falling
Summary
Reserves sit around 23% of operating budget — barely above the 20% charter minimum and down from 27%. Commissioner Weaver called it 'paying the minimum on your credit card' and warned a direct hurricane hit would be devastating at these levels.
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Reserves of $8.3 million cover about 23% of annual operating costs, near the 20% minimum.
✅Who benefits
Residents gain storm resilience and fiscal stability when reserves are rebuilt.
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