Montgomery County has informed the City that wastewater treatment charges are expected to increase by 45% in 2027. Additionally, the City of Dayton historically announces its annual sewer rate adjustments in December or January. These anticipated increases will be incorporated into the City's financial model to ensure sewer operations remain financially sustainable while continuing to plan for future capital investment.
Stormwater revenues total approximately $208k, or 43% of projected annual revenue. Year-to-date expenditures are approximately $240k, including a $125k transfer to the Stormwater Capital Fund in April. Current encumbrances total $93k, bringing total expenditures and encumbrances to approximately 54% of the $618k budget. Leaf disposal and curb and catch basin repairs account for approximately 70% of outstanding encumbrances.
Across all funds, the City has collected approximately $16.0 million, or 48% of the $33.0 million budgeted revenue. Excluding transfers, outside revenues total $12.4 million, representing 49% of projected 2026 revenues. Total expenditures across all funds are approximately $11.7 million, or 32% of the $36.9 million expenditure budget, which includes $8.1 million in planned transfers. Excluding transfers, personnel costs total approximately $5.2 million, representing 66% of operating expenditures. Current encumbrances total $5.7 million, including $2.7 million for planned or ongoing capital projects and $446k for personnel-related commitments. Combined expenditures and encumbrances total 47% of the annual expenditure budget.