Council weighs tax relief, benefit cuts as budget talks begin

City leaders look to trim costs, rebuild cash reserves

  • City of Aurora
    City of Aurora

    The Aurora City Council began preliminary discussions regarding this year’s budget Tuesday by reviewing existing employee pension and benefit plans, as well as results of a wage analysis study, all with an eye on sharpening the pencil when finalizing the 2026-27 budget next month.City Administrator Adam Darbro noted that budget sheets will be prepared for the Sept. 8 meeting, comparing last year’s…