Regular Aberdeen City Council Meeting 10-28-2026

The Regular Aberdeen City Council meeting was held October 28, 2026. The council received a third-quarter financial update: general-fund reserves had increased by about $1.9 million, with sales-tax revenue boosted by roughly $3 million associated with an auction project. Council considered the 2026 supplemental budget ordinance (Bill 26-25) and the property-tax levy ordinance for collection in 2027 (Bill 26-24); the transcript records first-reading actions, and the property-tax levy first reading passed. No specific contract award or new procurement approval was clearly identified. The council also discussed 2027 budget changes, including a decision not to make a $25,000 administrative transfer from the recreation and sports fund, while keeping program funding intact, and indicated it may revisit staffing needs in Public Works after assessing the unfilled project-manager position.

A consultant presented an early concept for the third phase of the Fry Creek restoration project, including daylighting the creek through a parking area, reconfiguring parking, and adding pedestrian access and public amenities to support flood reduction and habitat improvements; no project award or funding decision was made. The council also heard that library construction was expected to begin November 9, with reopening targeted for summer 2027, and that six new animal- and people-resistant garbage receptacles had been installed at Morrison Park. Council members discussed a future workshop and records requests concerning the Grays Harbor Historical Seaport, including public concerns about a reported $2 million restoration estimate, but took no related purchasing action.