FY 2026-27 Budget Amendments and First $100M General Fund
Perris
Summary
Perris is projecting its first-ever $100 million general fund, with a $4.7 million surplus thanks to Measure B sales tax money and a mostly-resolved state tax adjustment. About 76% of new spending goes to public safety and insurance, including a $3.6 million sheriff's contract increase driven by deputy pay raises.
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Revenue up $10.8 million, expenditures up $6.08 million, projected $4.7 million surplus; new positions add roughly $234,000 in general fund costs.
Residents gain expanded public safety staffing including a dedicated mental-health crisis deputy team, plus citywide fleet and facility improvements.
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City Council (Regular) - Aug 25, 2026
Perris is projecting its first-ever $100 million general fund, with a $4.7 million surplus thanks to Measure B sales tax money and a mostly-resolved state tax adjustment. About 76% of new spending goes to public safety and insurance, including a $3.6 million sheriff's contract increase driven by deputy pay raises.
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