City of Corpus Christi | City Council FY 2027 Budget Workshop August 13, 2026

The City of Corpus Christi held a City Council FY 2027 Budget Workshop on August 13, 2026, focusing on the proposed budget across all funds with detailed discussions on the general fund. Key procurement-related topics included budget allocations for police and fire departments, streets, parks, water security, and wastewater management. The total operating budget increased by 8%, while the capital budget decreased by 7%. Specific fee adjustments were proposed, such as increases in emergency call service revenue, fire prevention permit fees, and solid waste disposal fees, including a new minimum disposal fee and fees for compost and mulch sales. The council discussed funding for residential street reconstruction, abatement programs for vacant properties, and enhancements to police and fire training academies. Several departments proposed fee changes, including code compliance citation fees and parks and recreation field rental fees, with some debate over nonprofit fee increases. The workshop also covered internal service funds, debt service funds, and reserve policies. Council members expressed concerns about vacant property abatements, fee impacts on residents, and the need for transparency in mayor and city council budgets. No formal votes were taken during this workshop, but several action items and potential fee adjustments were identified for further consideration.