Quarter 1 budget performance
Summary
The city's general fund is at 24% spent after the first quarter, in line with last year. Spending tracks payroll, so steady growth is expected; revenues lag until property taxes and state aid arrive in summer.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city expects a normal-spending year; Ramsey County's tax-payment deferral program will cost the city only tens of thousands in delayed property tax.
Residents get a transparent early look at how the city is spending their money.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Budget Committee — August 19, 2026
A second-quarter report compares actual 2026 spending to what the council approved. It shows whether the city is on track financially this year.
Budget Committee — April 22, 2026
The city's general fund is at 24% spent after the first quarter, in line with last year. Spending tracks payroll, so steady growth is expected; revenues lag until property taxes and state aid arrive in summer.
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