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~ Idaho Falls residents will have the opportunity to voice their opinions on the city's proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year at a public hearing on Thursday. The City of Idaho Falls released its budget plan, which outlines how city funds will be allocated, on August 10, 2026.
According to the proposed budget, more than half of the city's revenue comes from fees charged for various services such as electricity and fiber for both commercial and residential customers, water, sewer, garbage collection, and entrance fees to city facilities like golf courses and the aquatic center. The city also generates revenue through contracts for special services like regional emergency dispatch and fire protection outside of city limits.
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Property taxes make up less than 17% of the total revenue, amounting to approximately $54.1 million. These taxes primarily fund essential city services such as police and firefighters, road maintenance, parks, and the library. The majority of expenses in the proposed budget are allocated towards day-to-day operations, capital projects to support growth and maintain infrastructure, and salaries for city employees.
Residents can access more detailed information about the proposed $393.5 million budget in the 2027 Proposed Annual Budget Book. They are encouraged to attend the public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 13th at City Council Chambers located at 680 Park Ave., Idaho Falls. For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the meeting will be available.
The final budget is set to be adopted by City Council on August 27th, 2026. This public hearing provides an important opportunity for residents to have their voices heard and contribute to shaping their community's financial plan for the upcoming year.
According to the proposed budget, more than half of the city's revenue comes from fees charged for various services such as electricity and fiber for both commercial and residential customers, water, sewer, garbage collection, and entrance fees to city facilities like golf courses and the aquatic center. The city also generates revenue through contracts for special services like regional emergency dispatch and fire protection outside of city limits.
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Property taxes make up less than 17% of the total revenue, amounting to approximately $54.1 million. These taxes primarily fund essential city services such as police and firefighters, road maintenance, parks, and the library. The majority of expenses in the proposed budget are allocated towards day-to-day operations, capital projects to support growth and maintain infrastructure, and salaries for city employees.
Residents can access more detailed information about the proposed $393.5 million budget in the 2027 Proposed Annual Budget Book. They are encouraged to attend the public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 13th at City Council Chambers located at 680 Park Ave., Idaho Falls. For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the meeting will be available.
The final budget is set to be adopted by City Council on August 27th, 2026. This public hearing provides an important opportunity for residents to have their voices heard and contribute to shaping their community's financial plan for the upcoming year.
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