Grand Junction manager unveils recommended $314.8 million 2026 budget, cites project-driven drop from 2025 City Manager Mike presented a recommended 2026 budget of $314.8 million, a 12.3% decline from the 2025 adopted budget due mainly to large capital projects moving into later stages. Staff emphasized continued investments in core services, a net increase of 29 full‑time positions, and use of one‑time fund balance to balance the first responder fund.

City Manager Mike has unveiled a proposed $314.8 million budget for 2026, marking a 12.3% decrease from last year, driven by significant progress on major capital projects.

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