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Sequim staff preview 2026 budget and propose new utility rates, third‑tier water charge to encourage conservation
Summary
City staff presented an initial overview of the proposed 2026 budget and a comprehensive update to rates and fees. Finance staff said the budget book scored 98.1% against GFOA best practices on a software check and that the utility proposal adds a third usage tier to better incentivize conservation.
City staff presented an initial overview of the proposed 2026 budget and an accompanying update to the city’s rates and fees during the Sept. 22 council meeting.
City Manager and Finance Director Sue Hegener described the materials distributed to council — the manager’s budget message, ordinance, and a digital budget book available Sept. 12 — and encouraged councilors to submit questions in October. Hegener said staff would schedule one‑on‑one meetings with council…
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