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City of Topeka
Governing Body Action Form
City Council Chambers
214 SE 8th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66603
www.topeka.org
September 1, 2026
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September 1, 2026
 
CONTACT PERSON:
Josh McAnarney, Budget and Finance Division Director
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SECOND PARTY/SUBJECT:
2027 Operating Budget
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ACTION OF COUNCIL:
Discussions: 07-14-26; 7-21-26; 8-11-26; 8-18-26; 8-25-26
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DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION:

DISCUSSION related to the City of Topeka 2027 Operating Budget.

 

(Discussions will continue through the months of July, August and September.)

VOTING REQUIREMENTS:

Discussion only. No action required by the Governing Body.

POLICY ISSUE:

The City shall adopt an operating budget for each fiscal year and set forth estimated revenues and estimated costs for operations and maintenance, extension and replacement and debt service.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Discussion only. No action required by the Governing Body.

BACKGROUND:

As Staff prepares the proposed budget, there is a need to seek direction from the Governing Body on appropriate options for the 2027 City mill rate. Staff expects property valuations from the County before the meeting which will allow staff to prepare scenarios to discuss with the Governing Body. As discussions continue through the months of August and September the 2027 Proposed Budget.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

The budgetary impact is described in the proposed 2027 budget.

SOURCE OF FUNDING:

Various City Funds

ATTACHMENTS:
5-Year Financial Forecast Presentation (August 25, 2026 Special Budget Meeting)
Budget Presentation (August 18, 2026 Governing Body Meeting)
Budget Presentation (August 11, 2026 Governing Body Meeting)
Budget Presentation (July 21, 2026 Governing Body Meeting)
Budget Presentation (July 14, 2026 Governing Body Meeting)
Proposed City of Topeka Budget FY 2027 (July 14, 2026)