Nampa Approves 2027 Budget, Keeping Library Resources Intact While Reducing Public Transit Services

Nampa approves 2027 budget, keeping library resources intact while reducing public transit services

Nampa approves $293M budget with library funds boost, public transit cuts. Some councilmembers argue critical infrastructure needs should take budget priority.

Nampa approves FY27 budget, restores partial funding for VRT Route 42

On Monday, Nampa City Council unanimously approved its fiscal year 2027 budget after separately voting 4-3 to restore reduced funding for Valley Regional Transit.The approved budget includes $283,193 to preserve fixed Route 42. Route 40 and On-Demand service remain unfunded.Elaine Clegg, the CEO of VRT, previously presented the agencys budget during a fiscal workshop but was asked to return with less expensive options.PREVIOUS COVERAGE | Nampa p…