The proposed budget for Elgin next year anticipates an increasing population, staff retention challenges and an increase in sales tax revenue.During the August 16 meeting of the Elgin City Council, City Manager Thomas Mattis presented the proposed budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year to the council.The proposed budget totals nearly $30 million in expenditures between the general fund, utilities, debt service, the Elgin Economic Development Corporation and the special revenue fund.The proposed budget includes full-year funding of all existing positions, as well as 18 new positions throughout city departments, increased pay and benefits for all employees, and continued equipment and ...