Anchorage's 2026 Budget Proposal Dedicates $27M to Homelessness Efforts, $2M to DEI Programs Amid Fiscal Warnings

Anchorage's 2026 Budget Proposal Dedicates $27M to Homelessness Efforts, $2M to DEI Programs Amid Fiscal Warnings

Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance unveiled a proposed $656.9 million operating budget for 2026 on October 2, emphasizing fiscal restraint while prioritizing public safety and addressing homelessness amid warnings of a looming “fiscal cliff.” The plan, largely flat compared to 2025, stays $175,000 under the property tax cap, avoiding a mill rate increase despite pressures from […] The post Anchorage’s 2026 Budget Proposal Dedicates $27M to Homeles…

Victoria residents cite homelessness, public safety as top issues in 2026 budget engagement

The City of Victoria says residents continue to rank housing, homelessness and public safety as top priorities for investment in the upcoming 2026 municipal budget, according to a new report going before council Monday.