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Council told state funding for Public Works building was rejected; staff to regroup on strategy
Summary
A councilor reported that state lawmakers declined funding for the city’s Public Works building request; staff will meet with the representative's office to learn why and consider options for the next legislative session.
Councilors were informed that the state legislature did not approve funding for the proposed Public Works building. A councilor said they had spoken with Representative Gomberg’s office and that the request was rejected, and staff will schedule follow-up with the representative’s chief of staff to learn more and prepare a re-submittal next year.
Council members and staff emphasized the number of competing mid-biennium requests the legislature handled and said they would seek feedback to improve the city's positioning in future requests. The council asked staff to report back on lessons learned and next steps.
