Proposed FY 2027 City Budget and Structural Reforms

Expressed concern over city budget balancing practices, water fund reserve usage, and rising overtime costs.

Praised the right-of-way fee concept on behalf of Strong Towns Houston but suggested exploring a transportation utility fee to better account for sprawl and infrastructure costs.

Questioned whether the $5 solid waste fee actually supports worker salaries or safety equipment, noted reductions in quality-of-life funding, and raised transparency concerns regarding the utility fee structure.

Suggested starting budget processes earlier, contracting out services for outlying areas like Kingwood, and urged caution regarding hospitality investments and potential event shortfalls.