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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Saginaw public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2026-2027 Commission budget
The council adopted the city budget for the coming fiscal year along with the property tax millage that funds it. This determines city services and what property owners pay in city taxes.
FY 2026-2027 proposed budget overview
The council adopted a $230.65 million budget with a 5.9861-mill operating levy projected to raise about $3.77 million. This sets city services and your property tax rate for the coming year.
Charter amendment to eliminate dollar cap
Council took the first step toward asking voters in November to remove the city's tax cap, which members blame for staffing cuts including the fire department dropping from nine stations to three. Staff will draft the ballot resolution for a future meeting.