FY2023 Adopted Budget

Each of the City's enterprise funds are in varying, yet stable conditions. In Refuse operations, the demand for expanded services within curbside collection programs has grown considerably in recent years. Additionally, new automated equipment and the addition of one staff position in the proposed budget have pushed expenditure projections up. To maintain the high level of customer service within these programs, a $3 per month fee increase is recommended for the Refuse Fund, which represents increases of a $1.50 in Yard Waste, $.50 in Recycling, and $1.00 in Refuse. Recognizing the financial pressures many households and businesses are facing due to impacts from COVID-19, no other new rate or fee increases are recommended for Fiscal Year 2023. Capital Improvement Plan Highlights The capital budget for Fiscal Year 2023 totals $47,356,220 and the five-year CIP totals $205,848,950. The majority of CIP projects in the five-year period improve the local transportation network, municipal utility system, and public parks and open spaces. The five-year program continues to reflect the City Council’s priorities established in previous fiscal years. As funding allows, other non-committed dollars are directed toward critical infrastructure projects and facility improvements .

Capital Improvement Projects by Category 2022-2026

Airport 2%

Streets, Bridges, and Traffic Engineering 45%

Government Buildings 2%

Public Safety 2%

Culture & Rec 12%

Water/Wastewater/Stormwater 21%

Transit & Parking 12%

Landfill 4%

Each year, significant resources are committed to annual capital projects including water and sewer main replacements, fire truck replacements, annual street overlays, facility projects, and curb ramp replacements. Recurring projects in this five-year Capital Improvement Plan include bicycle master plan improvements, annual tree plantings, bus stop improvements, and ADA improvements. Other examples of significant projects that align with Council priorities and are budgeted for in the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan include the following (many projects will span multiple years):

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