The City Council is considering an ordinance to approve the fiscal year 2026 operating budget and a five-year capital improvement budget for the Old Sixth Ward Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ 13), a special district that uses local property tax revenue growth to fund improvements in the Old Sixth Ward neighborhood. The operating budget totals about $7.5 million, and the 2026–2030 capital improvement plan totals about $18.4 million, focused on pedestrian safety improvements, roadway work, and street reconstruction.

What it means for you

Residents in and around the Old Sixth Ward neighborhood could see planned sidewalk, pedestrian safety, and street reconstruction projects if this budget is approved. The budget also sets the rules for how funds are managed and when City Council must sign off on changes.

Outcome

On the 10/21/2025 council agenda. Outcome recorded in official minutes (minutes integration pending).