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Kirkland committee says early Water and Sewer budget numbers look positive
Summary
At the April 16, 2026 meeting, Jim Stark presented the preliminary Water and Sewer budget; the committee described the early figures as positive but agreed minor tweaks may be needed and said this year’s water/sewer bills will help indicate trends.
Jim Stark presented preliminary Water and Sewer budget numbers to the Village of Kirkland Combined Water/Sewer and Streets, Alleys & Parks Committee at its April 16, 2026 meeting. Committee members described the early-stage figures as looking positive while noting that adjustments could be required as more information becomes available.
Committee members (Brian Benes, Eric Marshall and John Michener) discussed the presentation without recording a formal vote. The minutes state the committee agreed that some "minor tweaks" may be needed and that the pattern of water and sewer bills this year will help determine budget priorities for future years. No specific dollar amounts or line-item changes are recorded in the minutes.
The committee did not adopt a budget at the meeting; members indicated the numbers will continue to be refined in subsequent budget talks.
