Peachtree City, City Council Budget Meeting - June 22, 2026

The Peachtree City, Georgia City Council held a budget meeting on June 22, 2026, to review the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget. The city manager and finance staff presented detailed financial information including revenue projections, expenditure plans, and staffing changes. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposed $60.7 million general fund budget with a 4.8% increase over the original budget, personnel additions such as three new firefighters and reclassifications in fire, library, and code enforcement departments, and capital improvement projects like police department renovations funded partially by a $6 million reserve investment and a $12 million bond. The council also discussed the impact of new state legislation on property tax caps and local homestead option sales tax (LHOST), which could affect future revenue and tax relief for homesteaders. Other procurement highlights included maintenance contracts for city facilities, replacement of police vehicles and equipment, and ongoing investments in the amphitheater and public infrastructure. The council planned to hold a public hearing on the budget in July and adopt it in August, with potential mid-year budget amendments anticipated. Overall, the meeting focused on balancing fiscal responsibility with maintaining service levels and investing in city infrastructure and personnel to meet community needs.