Tempe City Council - Special Budget Meeting - June 4, 2026

The Tempe City Council held a Special Budget Meeting on June 4, 2026, focusing primarily on property tax levies and budgetary matters for the upcoming fiscal year. The council discussed and approved motions related to the primary property tax levy, which is limited by state statute to a 2% increase on existing properties, generating an additional $462,000 for the general fund. Public hearings were held on the fiscal year 2026-2027 property tax ordinance and proposed city expenditures, with public testimony both opposing and supporting the tax increases. The council unanimously passed motions to adopt the tax levy and expenditure estimates, emphasizing funding for city operations, public safety, historic preservation, affordable housing, and infrastructure improvements. The meeting concluded with scheduling the next special budget meeting for June 25, 2026.