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CriticalTaxes Budget

2027 Capital Budget and Potential $23 Million Bond

First look at next year's capital spending — Highway 50 alone is pegged at roughly $2.5 million for water and $1-1.25 million for wastewater. Refinement and funding decisions continue next month.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 22, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

Surplus designation of Sheridan Springs Road property

The city's largest open land parcel — 11 acres on Sheridan Springs Road vacant for 19 years — will be sold to the local Simple Food Group. Critics say the city never marketed the property or released its appraisal and should seek higher value; supporters say the local buyer's community ties and planned Hillmoor access make it the right choice.

5 mentionsLast discussed Jan 26, 2026