Georgetown City Council Budget Work Session – April 14, 2026

The City of Georgetown held a City Council Budget Work Session on April 14, 2026, focused primarily on reviewing preliminary budget requests and revenue projections for the upcoming fiscal year. Key procurement-related discussions included staffing requests across multiple departments such as police, fire, code enforcement, public works, and dispatch, with detailed cost estimates provided for new positions and associated operating expenses. The council reviewed capital improvement projects including a $4 million police department renovation, a new 911 facility with an estimated $5.9 million cost, and other infrastructure projects like fire station 4 and equipment purchases. Budget considerations also covered insurance premium increases, pension contribution changes, and conservative revenue projections. The council discussed the need for further analysis and potential amendments before finalizing the budget, with an emphasis on maintaining fund balance policies and prudent fiscal management. No formal votes on budget approval were recorded during this session, as it served as an informational and preparatory meeting for the mayor's proposed budget presentation in May.