Sweet Home budget introduced, small business seeks respite

The City of Sweet Home presented its proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year during the first Budget Committee meeting on Wednesday, April 29.

In his budget message, Budget Officer Jason Ogden said the proposed $43.9 million budget was developed in alignment with the City Council goals for the next fiscal year. The goals are organized around five focus areas: desirable community, efficient government, infrastructure, essential services, and economic strength.

“This year’s goals reflect a…