Phenix City Council Public Hearing on 2026-2027 Proposed Budget | July 30, 2026

The City of Phenix City Council held a public hearing on July 30, 2026, to present and discuss the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The finance director outlined a combined city budget of approximately $92.9 million, including a general fund revenue projection of nearly $60 million and a utility fund revenue projection of over $20 million, both showing increases from the prior year. Key budget priorities include maintaining and improving city infrastructure, parks and recreational facilities, and utility system upgrades, particularly mandated wastewater treatment improvements funded through water and sewer revenue warrants. The city is also completing a salary study to ensure competitive compensation for employees. The city manager and mayor emphasized the city's strong financial position, including a double A-minus credit rating, and ongoing capital improvement projects aimed at supporting economic growth and quality of life. No formal votes or motions were recorded during the hearing, which was primarily informational and aimed at public transparency and input on the budget proposal.