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Public works outlines 2026 operating cuts, capital deferrals and advancing a proposed solar project
Summary
Public Works proposed operating reductions and limited capital deferrals to balance the 2026 levy-supported budget and briefed the committee on a proposed $2.5 million community solar project that could leverage tax credits and an EPA grant; staff recommended starting design work in 2026 to meet tax-credit timing.
The Department of Public Works and Utilities presented an overview of operating reductions, staff vacancies and capital changes for 2026. The department said water and wastewater operate in enterprise funds and were largely self-funded; five levy-supported divisions (streets/maintenance, engineering, GIS, inspections/zoning and motor pool) were reviewed for possible cuts.
Public Works staff said non-street and storm positions and contracted services were trimmed where feasible, maintenance supplies were reduced by…
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