Council Workshop 04 27 26

The City of Tega Cay held a special council budget workshop on April 27, 2026, focusing extensively on fiscal year 2025-26 budget amendments and capital improvement projects. Key procurement discussions included approval of household solid waste fee amendments and detailed presentations on the golf course budget and capital expenditures, such as cart path improvements, golf shop renovations, and equipment purchases including Toro mowers and golf carts. The council reviewed proposed water and sewer rate increases tied to vendor cost escalations and Rock Hill pass-through fees, with explanations on how these funds support infrastructure and operational costs. Stormwater management budget considerations included potential lease purchases for new leaf trucks to maintain service efficiency, with council deliberating on timing and funding. The workshop also covered event budgets, hospitality tax revenue forecasts, and general fund allocations, including capital reserve fund establishment and personnel compensation studies. Council members engaged in discussions on budget priorities, equipment replacement schedules, and the importance of data-driven decisions for compensation and capital planning. Motions passed included the unanimous approval of the solid waste fee ordinance amendment, and the council expressed general support for the presented budget framework while requesting further information on certain capital equipment acquisitions.