Owensboro Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting - April 28, 2026

The City of Owensboro Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting on April 28, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and discussing the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. Key procurement-related topics included record spending on infrastructure and street maintenance, continued investment in public safety, and no proposed tax rate changes. The meeting covered departmental budget presentations from community development, information technology, fire, finance, human resources, police, parks and recreation, public works, and transit. Notable procurement and capital projects discussed included the installation of new bus shelters, replacement of playgrounds and fencing in parks, street resurfacing and concrete street improvements, and economic development infrastructure at the air park with a $1.6 million budget allocation. The community development department highlighted federal grant programs supporting housing rehabilitation and affordable housing initiatives. The finance department noted a new budget software purchase and ongoing efforts to maintain a balanced budget with conservative revenue projections. The meeting concluded with discussions on agency funding, TIF district appropriations, and maintaining the city’s fund balance above policy minimums. Several questions addressed procurement policies related to equipment warranties, software acquisitions, and vendor management. Overall, the meeting emphasized fiscal stewardship, infrastructure investment, and public safety enhancements without new tax increases.