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Shelton staff warn street-fund gap; council weighs 0.1% TBD increase or service reductions
Summary
Public works reported a pavement condition index (PCI) uptick to 72 but warned the city needs ~ $2 million a year to sustain the network; staff presented three funding scenarios and councilors debated putting a 0.1% TBD increase before voters vs delaying to avoid tax fatigue.
Shelton — City public‑works staff told the council on Nov. 25 that the city’s pavement condition index (PCI) improved to roughly 72 after recent projects but that sustaining and improving that level will require more recurring revenue than the street fund currently produces.
Staff said Shelton manages about 79 lane miles and has used the transportation benefit district (TBD), REET transfers and grants to extend local funds. The presentation showed three budget scenarios: (1) retain current revenue including an added 0.1% TBD increase to maintain…
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