Summary
City officials hosted a public hearing on the proposed $1 billion 2026 budget, which balances general fund expenditures using one-time funds, ARPA interest, and reserves while funding police, fire, housing, and violence prevention.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Balances a total annual appropriation of over $1 billion, utilizing $14.8 million in one-time general fund sources including $5 million in ARPA interest earnings and $4 million from cash reserves.
Dayton residents and city departments relying on funded community safety, infrastructure, and public services.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Commission (Regular) - Sep 16, 2026
The city updated its 2026 budget to $1.6 billion, adding $38.6 million for grants, capital projects, fleet maintenance, and lead service line replacements.
City Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026
Budget Director Abby Patel Jones presented the first revised 2026 appropriations totaling $1.59 billion, reflecting increases for grants, capital investments, building holding costs, and police substation leasing.
City Commission (Regular) - Jan 21, 2026
City officials hosted a public hearing on the proposed $1 billion 2026 budget, which balances general fund expenditures using one-time funds, ARPA interest, and reserves while funding police, fire, housing, and violence prevention.
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