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Committee advances sections of FY26–27 capital improvement program, flags funding shortfalls

Public works committee · March 16, 2026
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Summary

The committee voted to support staff recommendations for the streets, sewer, storm drain and airport sections of the FY26–27 CIP. Staff cautioned that overall CIP revenues are limited, the storm‑drain master plan is outdated (1996) and GIS updates are needed to prioritize long‑term projects.

The committee considered the first half of the FY26–27 capital improvement program and voted to support staff recommendations for the streets, sewer, storm drain and airport sections, forwarding those sections for council review.

Staff presented an overview of CIP funding sources and constraints, explaining that the city manages multiple restricted funds and that many infrastructure dollars are earmarked for specific purposes. ‘‘Funds cannot simply be moved from one purpose to another,’’ the presenter said, noting that parks and streets, for example, draw from different revenue streams. Staff said the draft CIP currently totals about…

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