As prescribed by Washington State Law, the City Manager has submitted a proposed budget for City Council review and adoption in the fall of 2026. Community members are invited to attend and participate in budget meetings. The 2027-2028 Biennial Budget will be discussed during the following City Council meetings:
Tuesday, October 6- City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting
Introduction to the Preliminary Budget and Overview of the Six-Year Capital Improvement Program
Tuesday, October 20 - City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting
Public Hearing: 2027-2028 Biennial Budget - Overview of the 2027-2028 Work Plan and Operating Budget (RCW 35A.34.090).
Tuesday, November 17 - City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting
Public Hearing: 2027-2028 Biennial Budget - Receive Q3 2026 Financial Status Update and Budget Amending Ordinance, Adopt 2027 Property Tax Ordinances, and Adopt 2027 NORCOM Budget (RCW 84.55.120).
Tuesday, December 1 - City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting
Public Hearing: 2027-2028 Biennial Budget Adoption (RCW 35.34.110).
2027-2028 Preliminary Budget (12 MB) 