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Palmdale delays adoption of $416 million five‑year capital plan after councilors say district maps obscure projects

Palmdale City Council · February 19, 2026
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Summary

Council received a draft five‑year Capital Improvement Program totaling $416 million and 74 projects but voted to continue the item after members said the maps did not show district‑level projects and the public asked for more outreach and street‑level schedules.

Mayor Olsen and the Palmdale City Council on Feb. 18 heard a presentation on a draft five‑year Capital Improvement Program that city staff said totals $416,000,000 and includes 74 projects spanning fiscal years 2025–2030.

Public Works Director Lee Torres told the council the program emphasizes streets (about 48% of the proposed spending) and includes parks, facilities, watershed resources and traffic signals. “We have a very robust CIP…

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