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Williamsburg proposes 7% utility increase, programs CIP priorities and funds workforce housing; police request six officers
Summary
Staff recommended a 7% utility rate increase to support planned utility borrowing, confirmed programming for a $100,000 workforce‑housing renovation and a suite of CIP projects (some grant‑dependent), and police leadership requested six additional officers to boost proactive patrols and neighborhood engagement.
City staff proposed programmatic and service changes that will shape the FY27 operating and capital plans if council approves them. The utility fund plan recommends a 7% rate increase to align with the utility borrowing schedule and to avoid large, single‑year spikes in the future.
"So this year, we're proposing a 7% increase," the city manager said when presenting the utility plan, noting the aim is to reduce recommended annual increases over multiple years while funding necessary capital…
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