Staff outlines how CIP projects move from long-range plan to work programs; bond 28 flagged as possible funding source
Oct 12, 2026
Staff explained that CIP projects are prioritized by staff and move to short-range lists when funding is identified; the board was told the Type A fund was arena-only, accumulated balances were used for some awards and a project finance zone and a future bond (bond 28) could supply additional funding.
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Board members asked how projects move from the long-range CIP into funded work. Staff explained the process is typically handled within programs: budgets and capital projects staff coordinate with planning, engineering and program sponsors to prioritize projects and show funding availability. "It's usually staff, but ultimately, it gets approved by city council," Edmonds said when describing the final approval step.
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