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Shelton releases proposed 2026 budget; council forwards plan to Nov. 18 for final action
Summary
City staff presented a proposed 2026 budget totaling about $37.5 million (all funds) and a general fund near $17 million, using $1.1 million of unreserved fund balance. The proposal includes one new police patrol FTE, vehicle replacements, IT investments, and continued funding for mobile integrated health positions depending on grant outcomes.
City staff presented the proposed 2026 budget at the Nov. 4 City Council meeting and the council voted to forward the proposal to the Nov. 18 action agenda for further consideration and public hearing.
The all-funds 2026 budget presented totals approximately $37.5 million, with the general fund proposed at roughly $16.9–$17.0 million. Interim finance director Terry Schnitzer told council that the city plans to use about $1.1 million of unreserved fund balance to balance the 2026 spending plan and maintain service levels. Key additions in the proposed budget include one police patrol officer position, two…
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