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Kevin Radey is calling for a 'yes' vote on a transformative TIF proposal that could increase community funds to an astonishing $10 million—are you ready to make your voice heard?

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CDAC chair urges 'yes' vote on TIF; board members say public education needed
Kevin Radey, chair of the CDAC, urged voters to support a proposed TIF and two other ballot questions, saying the measure could boost funds to between $8 million and $10 million over its life if approved; board members stressed the item is complex and asked staff to continue public outreach ahead of Election Day.
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November 1, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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The Illinois Funds, a 50-year-old investment pool, is offering Fulton City competitive yields and daily liquidity, but will the council take the plunge?

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State treasurer's outreach director describes Illinois Funds as option for city reserves
Erin Sloan of the Illinois State Treasurer's Office told Fulton council the Illinois Funds offers daily liquidity, AAA-type ratings and competitive short-term yields; staff and council discussed pilot investments and safeguards before any transfer.
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October 31, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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The board has taken decisive action, certifying a $6.4 million tax levy and approving a budget that hinges on key financial variables, setting the stage for a promising fiscal year ahead.

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Board certifies tax levy and approves budget after finance briefing
After a finance committee briefing on membership, property values, state aid and open-enrollment revenue, the board moved and carried motions to certify the tax levy and approve the budget; staff cited a proposed mill rate of 3.36 and a total revenue limit just over $11.125 million.
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October 27, 2026 at 12:42 PM
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Round Rock City Council just approved a significant package that includes utility enhancements, road improvements, and a $12.2 million bond for vital infrastructure projects!

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Council clears a slate of consent items: interlocal broadband sleeve, road change orders, annexation consent and bond approvals
Council voted unanimously on a package of routine consent and finance items including an interlocal with Williamson County to obtain a conduit sleeve for fiber installations, several road change orders (net negative and positive adjustments), consent for KB Home/MUD action, and a BCRA bond resolution for $12.2M.
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October 24, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners is gearing up for a crucial meeting packed with financial decisions, strategic appointments, and updates that could shape the future of the community.

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Finance committee contracts and an appointment among items on Newaygo County Board of Commissioners' Oct. 21, 2026 agenda
The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners was scheduled to meet Oct. 21, 2026; the agenda listed two large financial items on the consent calendar, an appointment to the Department of Human Services Board, updates from equalization and tourism, a package of finance-committee contracts and a 2027 marijuana grant application, and a resolution on the ITC/Copperton Project.
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October 25, 2026 at 12:06 AM
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Iowa City's school finance committee is sounding the alarm over a staggering $45 million shortfall, urging immediate action to close critical accounting gaps before budgeting for the future.

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Iowa City school finance committee warns of deep accounting gaps, calls for faster reconciliation
The finance committee for the Iowa City Community School District reviewed FY26 CAR figures, highlighted a roughly $45 million shortfall in the SAVE fund, and urged faster reconciliations and outside help to close material gaps before major budget decisions are made.
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October 23, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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Hampton City could have earned an extra $668,000 if funds had been transferred to Georgia Fund 1 on time, and now the council is demanding answers!

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Finance adviser says delay moving funds into Georgia Fund 1 cost Hampton about $668,000
Council questioned why funds authorized in a 2019 resolution were not transferred into the Georgia Fund 1 investment pool. The city's finance adviser said the difference in interest rates cost the city approximately $668,000 in forgone earnings; staff said the transfer process is underway.
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October 22, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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Trustees approved a resolution on the GAN calculation that reveals intriguing shifts in state aid and property tax revenue—but the budget remains unchanged!

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Board adopts GAN resolution documenting state revenue calculation; staff says no budget impact
Staff explained the annual GAN calculation that reconciles state aid and property revenue; trustees approved a resolution documenting the calculation and were given figures from the SACS form showing preliminary and final numbers.
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October 17, 2026 at 7:25 PM
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Amid rising concerns over billing accuracy and potential rate increases, water and sewer staff are pushing for a dedicated utility supervisor to streamline asset management and grant pursuits.

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Water and sewer staff push for utility supervisor as WRBP billing uncertainty looms
Water and sewer staff proposed a dedicated utility supervisor shared between water and sewer to improve compliance and asset management; finance warned that WRBP invoices and bonding timing could require future rate increases.
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October 11, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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Councilman Mays' bold motion to use the city attorney's legal opinion as a roadmap for budget amendments sparks intense debate and sets the stage for open discussions among council members.

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Council votes 5–1 to use city attorney's legal opinion as guide for drafting budget amendments
Councilman Mays moved that the council use a legal opinion from the city attorney as a guide so members could openly discuss proposed budget amendments; the motion passed on roll call, 5 yes and 1 no. Members debated whether the opinion should be read into the record or relied on as guidance.
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October 10, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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Clear Creek ISD has set a new property tax rate for 2026, leading to a slight drop in the average homeowner's tax levy—find out how this impacts your wallet!

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Clear Creek ISD adopts 2026 property tax rate of $0.969 per $100; average homeowner levy to fall slightly
Trustees set the district's adopted 2026 tax rate at 0.969 per $100 (M&O 0.699; I&S 0.27). Staff said certified taxable values total about $28.6 billion and projected the average homeowner levy will drop from $2,138.55 to $2,096.19.
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October 8, 2026 at 3:14 PM
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Medina County's finance director just unveiled a $5.35 million sales-tax distribution for local schools, alongside crucial funding resolutions that have sparked questions about obsolete inventory!

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Finance director outlines nine resolutions; commissioners approve $5.35M sales-tax distribution and weekly bills
Brett Thomas presented nine finance-related resolutions including a $5,353,585.72 sales-tax distribution to local school districts and weekly bills of $1,792,949.22; commissioners approved the finance package after a brief clarification on obsolete tranquilizer rifles.
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October 6, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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The Prosper ISD Board just made a historic financial move, reclassifying $66 million to boost employee retention and recruitment, significantly increasing their operational funding!

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Board approves consent agenda and reclassifies $66 million for retention; routine motions pass 4-0
The Prosper ISD Board approved the consent agenda and several motions unanimously, including certification of compliance with specified Texas Education Code sections and a reclassification of $66,000,000 from committed to uncommitted fund balance, increasing the uncommitted general fund balance from $59,521,730 to $125,521,730 (about 50 to 106 days of operating expenditures).
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October 4, 2026 at 7:51 PM
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Berkeley County Council has greenlit a game-changing fee-in-lieu tax agreement with High End Defense Solutions, paving the way for substantial economic growth through $400,000 in pass-through grants!

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Council approves fee-in-lieu agreement and pass-through grants tied to economic development projects
Council approved a fee-in-lieu of tax agreement (bill 26-54) for High End Defense Solutions LLC (formerly Project Troops) and authorized pass-through grants tied to economic development projects including Freeman/Project Marlin.
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September 29, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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As the clock ticks down to the town meeting, the finance committee is demanding clarity on the looming $93 million Essex Elementary project, leaving residents anxious about the financial impact.

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Finance panel demands final Essex Elementary estimate as town meeting schedule looms
Project team says a reconciled schematic-design estimate for the Manchester‑Essex Essex Elementary school will be available next week; finance and select‑board members warned residents lack information and asked for stronger outreach before any warrant is finalized.
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September 23, 2026 at 5:18 AM
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A surprising $8.7 million correction has sparked a heated debate among board members about the county's funding estimates, with implications for tax rolls looming on the horizon.

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Finance staff presents corrected fund‑balance projections; board weighs 1.53 vs. 1.63 estimates of need
County finance staff presented revised schedules showing a corrected beginning fund balance and projections; board members discussed whether to submit the September supplement using the lower '1.53' figure or the higher '1.63' figure and agreed to a follow‑up meeting ahead of tax‑roll deadlines.
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September 18, 2026 at 5:15 AM
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Waukesha's council just approved a $40.67 million budget for 2027, but will $20 million in general-obligation debt impact your tax bill?

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Council adopts 2027 CIP with $40.67 million next-year budget; debt portion highlighted
The council adopted a 2027 capital-improvement plan with a 2027 total of $40,669,107 (five-year total $179.3 million after in-meeting amendments), and finance staff said approximately $20 million of the five-year plan is expected to be general-obligation debt affecting the tax levy.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:44 PM
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The board is grappling with a staggering $479,000 shortfall due to billing issues with a single provider, while over $1.3 million in grant revenue hangs in the balance.

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Board hears finance report detailing $479,000 provider-related shortfall and $1.375M in budgeted grant revenue still pending
Finance memo attributed a large midyear shortfall to expenses and lost billing related to a single provider (about $479,000) and noted $1,375,000 in expected grant revenue for the year has not yet been realized; staff said they are awaiting state and private grant awards.
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September 3, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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Miss Durham reveals a strong financial position for the district with over $6.5M in July revenue and significant investments, but what's next for their ambitious plans?

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District financial snapshot: $6.59M July revenue, building fund cash position $18.33M; geo bonds targeted Sept. 1 sale
Miss Durham briefed the board on July finances: $6,593,510 revenue, $2,916,003.64 in July expenses, $10.74M in CDs and a building fund cash position of $18,334,894.35 after encumbrances and payouts; 8% geo bonds are planned for sale on Sept. 1.
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August 27, 2026 at 11:19 PM
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The board has proposed a 68.1 cent compensating tax rate, setting the stage for a crucial public meeting to finalize the decision!

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Board proposes a 68.1'cent compensating tax rate and schedules public notice
The board proposed a compensating tax rate of 68.1 cents per $100 assessed value for the coming year (with motor-vehicle and utility rates proposed at 49.6 cents and 3%), directed staff to publish the notice and scheduled a subsequent called meeting to set the final rate.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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June 18, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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The district faces a $1.9 million rebate exposure after earning more interest than allowed on bond proceeds, raising questions about how to allocate remaining funds for future projects.

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Finance staff: arbitrage report shows about $1.9M rebate exposure; options include exceptions and staged payments
Finance staff told the committee the arbitrage report shows the district earned more interest than permitted on bond proceeds for the covered period and estimated exposure at about $1.9 million; staff discussed exceptions tied to project completion timing, thresholds and that any rebate would be paid from interest earned.
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August 9, 2026 at 2:21 AM
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The MPS finance committee has just greenlit a $6.59 million contract for essential high school English materials and made significant updates to personnel and salary schedules!

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MPS finance committee approves consent items, salary schedule and instructional materials contract
The committee approved the balance of the consent agenda, monthly personnel and finance actions, the 2026–27 salary schedules, a $6.59 million HMH contract for high‑school English materials, conservation easements, and a use agreement with the Boys & Girls Club; it advanced professional services contracts to the full board without recommendation.
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June 18, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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Appleton's room tax revenues are soaring beyond expectations, paving the way for exciting developments at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center!

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Room tax revenues exceed early models; committee approves room tax budget and discusses Exhibition Center bonds
The committee approved the room tax special revenue fund budget and discussed how 3% of room-tax collections pay Exhibition Center bonds. Staff said room-tax receipts have outpaced original forecasts and that a management-agreement renegotiation for the Exhibition Center is underway.
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November 2, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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The Darien School District's finance committee forecasts a $266,750 positive balance but faces rising energy costs and early retirement incentives that could drain funds—what's next for the budget?

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Finance committee reviews January financial report, recommends transfers to cover higher energy and benefit costs
At a Feb. 26 finance committee meeting, the Darien School District heard a January financial report forecasting a $266,750 positive balance and recommended four transfers — including $450,000 to benefits and $132,001.19 to electric — to cover retirement incentives and winter-driven energy costs.
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March 4, 2026 at 12:31 PM