Elkhart’s draft 2026 CDBG plan puts most federal funds into housing as comments remain open
Elkhart IN – The city’s draft 2026 CDBG plan would steer most federal funds to housing, with public comments still open before the plan is finalized.
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Houston’s ICE ordinance fight now centers on a potential loss of more than $110 million in public-safety money
Houston TX – The city’s new immigration-procedure ordinance is now tied to a state funding threat that could affect police, fire, homeland security, and World Cup prep.
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Buffalo’s proposed 2026-27 budget puts a 25% tax-levy hike at the center of the city’s fiscal debate
Buffalo NY – The city’s new budget proposal centers on a 25% property tax-levy hike, a reported $109 million gap, and a fight over basic services.
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Lexington’s FY27 budget keeps taxes flat while boosting paving, winter response and shelter services
Lexington KY – Mayor Linda Gorton’s proposed FY27 budget keeps taxes flat, adds money for streets, winter response, shelter services and police tech, and now heads to council.
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Boston’s FY27 budget fight is underway, with health costs driving the pressure
Boston MA – The mayor has filed a $4.9 billion FY27 budget, and council hearings are now underway as health costs, revenue growth, and schools stay in focus.
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San Diego’s FY 2027 budget lands today, and residents still have a say
San Diego CA – The city is releasing its proposed FY 2027 budget today, with a roughly $120 million gap putting services, staffing, and priorities under review.
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Albuquerque’s budget squeeze is shifting costs to visitors. What residents should watch next
Albuquerque NM – City leaders are weighing staff cuts and higher nonresident fees at attractions like the BioPark and museums to help close a reported $35 million gap.
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Boston’s FY27 school budget heads to City Hall: what the April 16 hearing means
Boston MA – A City Council hearing on April 16 will examine Boston Public Schools’ FY27 budget, including staffing, transportation, safety, and other daily services.
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Philadelphia’s budget fight is shifting to taxes as City Council nears its April 21 hearing
Philadelphia PA – Philadelphia’s proposed FY27 budget is now centered on tax and fee bills that could affect rides, deliveries, hotel stays, and city enforcement.
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Buffalo’s budget fight just got a new referee as state comptroller review lands amid 25% tax-hike push
Buffalo NY – A state comptroller review has entered Buffalo’s budget fight as the mayor pushes a 25% tax hike and council members demand clearer math.
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San Jose is trying to cut homeless shelter costs as its interim housing system grows
San Jose CA – City Hall is shifting from rapid shelter expansion to cost control as interim housing bills rise and a $56 million budget shortfall looms.
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Portland heads to final vote on small-business tax break as budget pressure builds
Portland OR – City Council is set to vote April 8 on a small-business tax exemption increase that could save some firms a few hundred dollars while trimming city revenue.
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Kansas City’s earnings-tax renewal vote is the local story to watch on April 7
Kansas City MO – Voters are deciding whether to renew the city’s 1% earnings tax, a major revenue source for trash, streets, snow removal, and public safety.
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Buffalo’s proposed 25% property tax hike is running into early resistance at City Hall
Buffalo NY – Mayor Sean Ryan’s floated 25% property tax hike is drawing early pushback from the Common Council as the April 15 city budget deadline nears.
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Boston’s next city budget is arriving under pressure from health costs, snow bills, and slower revenue growth
Boston MA – Mayor Michelle Wu previewed a tight FY27 budget shaped by rising health costs, snow and overtime bills, and slower revenue growth ahead of April 8 filing.