Monte Vista council adopts 2026 budget ordinance

The Monte Vista City Council on second and final reading approved Ordinance 9‑34, the annual appropriation ordinance adopting the city’s 2026 budget.

Council members voted in favor during the meeting’s ordinance section. The ordinance, presented by staff, summarizes the proposed budget by fund and sets the city’s fiscal plan for calendar year 2026. Staff said the City Manager had submitted a recommended budget and that it had been available for public inspection. The council entered the ordinance on the meeting agenda for a second reading before voting to adopt it.

Why it matters: The adopted ordinance establishes appropriation authority for the coming year, including operating budgets and reserves. Council discussion referenced the limits of local sales tax revenue for road repairs and noted the budget incorporates planned allocations for public works projects, alleys and other infrastructure priorities.

What the council said: Council members recorded votes of 'yes' or 'aye' during the roll call on the ordinance. After the vote, council thanked staff for their work drafting the budget and noted follow-up conversations will continue about project prioritization.

Next steps: With final adoption, the city may execute the 2026 spending plan and proceed with the projects and staffing allocations outlined in the ordinance. Staff and council indicated they will continue to monitor grant opportunities and reimbursements to offset capital costs.