Tonawanda officials warn of roughly $3 million shortfall as budget options include cuts or tax changes City officials at a March 24 special meeting flagged a projected multimillion-dollar hole in the 2026 budget, debating service cuts, privatizing sanitation with a user fee and whether to pursue a local law to exceed the tax cap.

City of Tonawanda is staring down a $3 million budget shortfall, forcing tough decisions on service cuts or tax hikes that could impact residents significantly.

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Tonawanda schedules Oct. 28 public hearing on 2026 budget; mayor cites 2% increase and 32% fund balance The Tonawanda Common Council voted to set a public hearing for Oct. 28 on the mayor's proposed 2026 operating budget. Mayor (name not specified) outlined a modest 2% increase and said the city's general fund balance is at about 32 percent; councilors set the hearing and approved a set of routine resolutions by roll call.

The City of Tonawanda is gearing up for a pivotal public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget, featuring a modest 2% increase and a robust 32% fund balance!

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