Williams council adopts $49.99 million budget for fiscal year 2026–27

The Williams City Council unanimously approved a $49,987,910 final budget for fiscal year 2026–27 on July 9. Councilmember Payne moved the adoption and Councilmember Campbell seconded the motion; the vote was unanimous.

Council discussion and the public hearing centered on budget priorities and accounting details. City staff and members noted that carryover funds from prior fiscal years were being applied to certain expenditures to offset current needs. Councilmember Campbell questioned the magnitude and timing of some planned purchases and whether payments might be staggered; staff clarified that payment would be made in full only upon complete possession of ordered goods.

The budget approval finalizes the funding plan for city operations and capital needs through June 30, 2027. The council followed the standard public-hearing process under A.R.S. § 38-431.02 before reconvening and voting. No amendments or recorded dissents were noted in the minutes.

The council adjourned other budget-related business to regular process and moved on to remaining agenda items.