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Recorded in the minutes as “Huisman presented highlights of the proposed FY27 budget, noting that regular taxable valuations increased by 2.65% and debt service valuations increased by 6.78%. She…”. Carried unanimously; names not recorded. Amount in the record: $19,000,000.
What this means (Budget): The city’s spending plan for a fiscal year, which runs July 1 to June 30 in Iowa.
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Recorded in the minutes as: “13. Huisman presented highlights of the proposed FY27 budget, noting that regular taxable valuations increased by 2.65% and debt service valuations increased by 6.78%. She recommended maintaining the total levy rate at $11.00 per $1,000 of taxable valuation, citing state-level uncertainty regarding … Motion: to Adjourn at 7:44 p.m”. The minutes add: “roperty tax reform and the city’s need to sustain service levels amid continued growth. She stated that she could neither recommend lowering the levy due to potential state-mandated changes nor increasing it because the city’s needs could be met through strategic planning. She emphasized the city’s strong reserves and summarized key figures: anticipated revenues just above $19 million, total …”
Motion as recorded: “to Adjourn at 7:44 p.m”.
Source Full minutes for the whole Jan 28, 2026 meeting, p. 1 (saved copy) · All votes at this meeting