# City of Jefferson - Budget Committee Meeting 09.10.2026

The City of Jefferson Budget Committee met on September 10, 2026, to discuss budget amendments and financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year. Key procurement-related topics included the review and potential approval of budget amendments scheduled for the next meeting on September 24, with an emphasis on managing fund balances and addressing unmet needs such as road paving. The committee also discussed the city's revenue projections, particularly sales tax revenues, and the importance of maintaining a prudent fund balance to cover unforeseen expenses like self-funded insurance claims. Additionally, there was a focus on the workers' compensation budget, noting the need to adjust annual appropriations due to rising claims and costs, with discussions on how claims are managed and the potential for negotiating better rates. The committee planned to finalize budget amendments and related spending decisions in the upcoming meeting, with staff providing support for amendment submissions.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 18, 2026

### Sources
- [City of Jefferson - Budget Committee Meeting 09.10.2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOGQwEpNENg) - City of Jefferson, Missouri