Montclair City Council Meeting (Special) - June 25, 2026

The City of Montclair held a special City Council meeting on June 25, 2026, focused primarily on reviewing and discussing the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget. The presentation detailed the city's revenue projections, including property, sales, and use taxes, and highlighted a projected general fund deficit of $631,544, which would be covered by reserves. The council discussed various revenue enhancement measures such as potential adjustments to utility users taxes, fees for personal choice services, and pursuing retroactive payments related to fire protection services. Capital outlay plans included equipment purchases funded by grants and replacement funds. Personnel services were a significant portion of the budget, with several positions frozen to control costs. The council also reviewed special purpose funds, debt service obligations, and the Montclair Housing Corporation budget. After extensive discussion on budget challenges, revenue sources, and expenditure controls, the council unanimously approved the city and housing corporation budgets as part of the consent calendar. The meeting included considerations for future study sessions to better educate council members on budget details and potential salary surveys.