Committee backs FY27 BLW budget proposal, debates 4% COLA vs 1% bonus
May 11, 2026
Staff presented a proposed FY27 BLW budget totaling roughly $173.1 million with capital spending increased to $9.5 million after removing a $1.2 million trust transfer; the committee recommended forwarding the budget and discussed using a 1% bonus or 4% COLA to address pay concerns.
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Staff presented a proposed FY27 budget for the BLW (Board of Light & Water) at the committee’s May 11 meeting, showing a proposed total around $173.1 million and a capital program increased to $9.5 million after removing a $1.2 million Bogle trust transfer.
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