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Shelton council forwards 2026 budget, tax levy ordinances and several capital items to Nov. 18 meeting
Summary
Council advanced multiple ordinances and project awards for final action on Nov. 18, including the proposed 2026 budget, ad valorem tax ordinances for the city and EMS, a reclaimed water tank award, special events code changes and a solid‑waste rate request. Staff presented budget priorities and capital project updates at the Nov. 4 meeting.
The City of Shelton on Nov. 4 moved several major items to the Nov. 18 action agenda for final consideration, including the proposed 2026 budget and related ad valorem (property tax) ordinances.
Interim Finance Director Terry Schnitzer presented preliminary levy amounts provided by the Mason County assessor’s office and the proposed 2026 budget. Staff reported the city’s regular levy is estimated at about $2,320,565.48 (an increase of approximately $22,915.85 from 2025’s highest lawful levy), and the EMS levy is estimated at $590,650.69 (an increase of about $5,832.75). The proposed all‑funds 2026 budget totals roughly $37.5 million, with the general fund budget near $17 million. Council was also presented a proposal to use $1.1 million of unreserved fund…
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