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Lake Forest Park officials warn of budget shortfall, ask residents for input on options

3464392 · May 23, 2025
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City Administrator Philip Hill told residents the City of Lake Forest Park faces growing costs that outpace modest revenue increases and said the city council is exploring long-term financial options and seeking public feedback.

City Administrator Philip Hill said Monday that the City of Lake Forest Park is facing financial challenges that could affect services including public safety, parks and community planning. “Weare facing real financial challenges that could impact the services you count on, like public safety, parks, and community planning,” Hill said.

Hill told residents the city receives only a small portion of property tax payments collected by King County. “Lake Forest Park receives only a small portion, less than 8¢, of every dollar you…

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