Sebastian Budget Committee Reviews Finances, Elects New Leaders

The Sebastian Citizens Budget Advisory Committee met Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at City Hall to review financial reports and elect new leadership. The committee approved financial reports for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Members also elected a new chairperson and vice-chairperson.

Attendees included Harry Hall, Bill Flynn, Grace Reed, Bill Middleton, Larry Napier, Scott Baker, Roy Garton and Susan Jacob. Mayor Jones, Council Member Matthews, Vice Mayor McPartlan and Council Member Nunn appointed committee members. Scott Baker and Roy Garton serve as at-large and alternate members, respectively, by City Council vote.

The committee reviewed and approved minutes from its August 4, 2025 meeting and examined the budget calendar for Fiscal Year 2025-26. They also reviewed and approved the FY 2025 4th Quarter Financial Report (CIP Only) and the FY 2025 4th Quarter Budget Amendment Report. The FY 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report and the FY 2026 1st Quarter Budget Amendment Report were also presented and approved.

The committee will next meet May 4, 2026. Meeting agendas and minutes are available on the city’s official website.