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Albemarle City Manager Darren Rhodes presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget to the Albemarle City Council. The budget is balanced and includes no property tax increase.
There is no increase in the motor vehicle registration fee. There are no increases in planning and zoning fees. There are no changes to rates for electric, water, or sewer. Fees for solid waste collection and disposal are unchanged.
The budget process was developed to align with the goals and objectives of the City of Albemarle's Strategic Plan. The plan was developed following responses from residents to a community survey, feedback from City Staff, and input from City Council.
The City of Albemarle’s Strategic Plan includes five goals:
-Organizational Capacity
-Safety & Security
-Infrastructure
-Community & Economic Growth Opportunities
-Inclusive Community Engagement
The recommended budget includes the following highlights:
-Funding for Street Preservation and Rehabilitation
-New Police Vehicles (7 total)
-Police Ballistic, Tactical, and Forensics Equipment
-Fire Station 3 Renovation
-Funding for Expenses Associated with 10 Firefighter Positions associated with FEMA Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant
-Electric Substation Upgrade
-Electric Line Infrastructure Maintenance
-Electric Line Repair Truck
-New Technology to Manage Electric System (SCADA)
-Advanced Meter Infrastructure Meter Replacements
-Funding for Wastewater Plant Efficiency Upgrades
-Sewer Line Inspection Camera Van
-Funding for Improved Development Standards in Unified Development Ordinance
-Expanded Marketing for Albemarle Business Center
-Funding for Award-Winning Downtown Catalyst Grant Program Supporting Downtown Revitalization
-Public Safety Continuity of Operations Plan and Emergency Action Plan
-Funding for Parks and Recreation Improvements & Master Plan Implementation
-Funding for Parks and Recreation Special Events and Programs
-Internship Program
A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., June 1, at Albemarle City Hall.