2026 General Obligation Borrowing
Summary
The city moved forward on its annual borrowing — up to $22.7 million for capital projects, vehicles and equipment — plus $15.6 million in refunding bonds to permanently finance the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center. Both were referred to Finance and Personnel.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $22.7 million in new borrowing and $15.6 million in refunding bonds, with MLK Center principal payments starting in 2028.
City services and capital projects funded in the 2026 budget.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Common Council — September 1, 2026
The council approved $22.7 million in annual borrowing for capital projects and equipment, plus $15.6 million to refinance the MLK Community Center debt. Alder Weidner was the lone no on the refinancing.
Common Council — August 5, 2026
The city moved forward on its annual borrowing — up to $22.7 million for capital projects, vehicles and equipment — plus $15.6 million in refunding bonds to permanently finance the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center. Both were referred to Finance and Personnel.
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