MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council approved a balanced $782 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 on Thursday night, moving forward with major investments in public safety, transportation infrastructure, economic development, and employee retention while avoiding a property tax increase for residents.
The budget, approved on second reading June 4, maintains the City’s current property tax rate while funding new police officers, fire personnel, roadway projects, parks, stormwater improvements, and long-term development initiatives tied to Murfreesboro’s continued growth.
“This budget supports the priorities our residents care about most — safe neighborhoods, better roads, strong schools, and a vibrant local economy,” said Shane McFarland. “I appreciate the hard work of our staff and City Council in developing a plan that meets today’s needs while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities with high-quality services for our residents.”…