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Council unanimously identified Housing and Homelessness and Economic Health & Jobs as its top outcome areas, followed by Public Safety and Culture and Recreation. Members also reviewed the fiscal year 2026 general fund outlook, upcoming budget obligations, capital needs, and City Hall complex renovations.
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The priority-setting exercise will help guide Harrisonburg’s future goals and budget discussions, with housing, homelessness, jobs, and economic health receiving the strongest support. Council also discussed public safety, transportation, environmental sustainability, education, small-business support, and other community needs. No specific funding decision or formal policy change was recorded in the minutes.
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