Council authorizes $2.5M Business Oregon loan for Basalt Well project

Jun 15, 2026

Council adopted Resolution 26-04 to finalize a $2.5 million special public works loan from Business Oregon at 3.84% interest to advance the Basalt Well project; staff said disbursements will follow a contractual agreement and the city may not use the entire loan amount.

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Public Works staff told council that Business Oregon approved the city’s loan application for the Basalt Well project on April 27, 2026. The loan is for $2.5 million at a 3.84% interest rate; staff explained interest accrues as disbursements are made and funds are not available for project expenditures until agreements are fully executed with Business Oregon.

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