2027 Public Works Budget
Summary
Public Works wants about $31 million for 2027, down $1.7 million from 2026, but numerous capital projects were postponed to balance the numbers. Big-ticket items include the airport apron expansion, 10th Street design, pavement preservation based on the recent pavement study, and replacing aging equipment — some trucks date to the 1990s and wastewater plant pumps to the 1980s. Council gets two more chances to suggest changes before the first reading of the appropriations ordinance September 8.
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Last discussed Aug 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $31 million requested, down from $32.7 million; utility rates are locked in through 2029 so no rate changes are proposed.
All residents who use streets, water, sewer, snow removal, and the airport — and ratepayers who won't see rate hikes.
Deferred projects mean some streets, mowers, and equipment will keep aging another year.
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