Gila Bend Council adopts FY2027 budget, extends home rule option to voters

The Gila Bend Town Council on June 23 adopted the final budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and approved sending a home-rule extension to the November ballot. The council also authorized a new ambulance billing contract expected to increase annual collections by $200,000 and renewed an early childhood grant for the same amount.

Budget and Tax Levy

The council passed Resolution 26-06, adopting the FY2026-2027 final budget and tax levy. No dollar figures for the overall budget were included in the meeting summary.

Home Rule Extension

Resolution 26-05 was approved to place the Alternative Expenditure Limitation — commonly known as home rule — on the 2026 town election ballot. If passed by voters, the measure would allow the town to set its own spending limits beyond state-imposed caps.

Ambulance Billing Contract

The council approved a contract with EMS Managements & Consultants, Inc. for ambulance billing services. The town estimates the switch will generate an additional $200,000 per year in revenue.

Water and Wastewater Operations

A professional services agreement with Kevin Larson for water and wastewater operations was approved, with a cap of $49,465.70.

Early Childhood Grant

The council renewed a First Things First grant of up to $200,000 to support early childhood programs.

Other Actions

The council also authorized a security services contract with Paloma Security not to exceed $34,560, and approved road closures on St. Louis Avenue and Linda & Corine Way for July 4 celebrations.

Coming Up

No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days.

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