# Regular City Council - 22 Sep 2026


**Body:** City of Burnsville
**Date:** September 22, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Professional Services, Construction & Infrastructure, Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure


The City of Burnsville held a regular City Council meeting on September 22, 2026, where the primary focus was on the proposed 2027 budget and tax levy. Deputy City Manager and CFO Jennifer Roddy presented the budget, highlighting a proposed 7.69% tax levy increase, which translates to an estimated $15 monthly increase for the median home. The budget includes maintaining service levels, investing in public safety, capital improvements, and reducing reliance on debt for equipment purchases. The council discussed the financial pressures from federal and state funding cuts, inflation, and the need to balance core services with fiscal responsibility. The council voted to approve the resolution establishing the proposed 2027 budget and tax levy. Additionally, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) approved a proposed tax levy of $750,000 for 2027, with an expenditure budget of approximately $336,000, which was subsequently ratified by the City Council. The meeting concluded with no further business.

**Source:** City of Burnsville