Sidney anticipates good news on its financial health

The city hopes to end its fiscal year in fine health. Sidney's fiscal year ends at the end of September.

Tax collections, which were a mixed bag in August this year, might be the only hitch.

"The property tax came in a little short, but the sales tax is coming in better than anticipated," said city clerk Geri Anthony. "So that helped a lot."

Although property tax collections were lower than anticipated, collections in October are usually pretty substantial, she added.

The city is pleased with the sales tax numbers at this point. September sales tax numbers seem to be better than...