City of Plano
Overview
Plano's adopted operating budget grew 6.37% year-over-year, driven by a 2-cent property tax increase (approximately $12.9M) and a $15M transfer from the Capital Maintenance Fund. Targeted investments in Zero Trust, budget software, digital evidence, and ADA/accessibility solutions signal active technology procurement. Starbridge scores the city 78/100 on budget trajectory.
Budget Analysis
The 2-cent property tax increase, higher water/wastewater rates, and $15M Capital Maintenance Fund transfer are the primary revenue drivers. A tightened reserve policy (target raised to 60 days; projected balance approximately 54 days) requires disciplined prioritization — Plano is spending selectively, not broadly.
Capital Projects
FY25-26 technology and public safety investments include EOC A/V, servers/storage, Zero Trust implementation, budget and labor-costing software, UAT tools, digital evidence and asset inventory, and ADA/accessibility solutions. Each is a named, funded initiative.
Procurement Outlook
Zero Trust, digital evidence management, budget software, and ADA compliance vendors match funded initiatives. Plano's tightened reserve policy means proposals must present clear business cases and measurable outcomes — the city funds high-priority modernization where value is demonstrable.