Special Board of Estimates Meeting; June 24, 2026

The Special Board of Estimates meeting for CharmTV Citizens' Hub held on June 24, 2026, focused primarily on the approval of the fiscal year 2027 budget and related financial matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the ordinance of estimates for FY2027, which encompasses the city's operating and capital budget, and the certification of personal and real property tax rates. The board also considered a first amendment to a lease agreement for the Department of Real Estate and approved a contract with Advanced Entertainment Technologies Incorporated for a 4th of July fireworks and drone show, although the contract approval was delayed due to internal review and compliance issues. Notably, the comptroller abstained from voting on the tax rate certification, the ordinance of estimates, and the entertainment contract due to procedural concerns about compliance reviews. The meeting highlighted collaborative budget efforts that funded mental health services, school security, early childhood programs, and economic development initiatives.