City Council Meeting - November 5, 2026

The City of Ridgefield City Council meeting on November 5, 2026, included the first of three public hearings on 2027 budget revenues and first readings of three revenue ordinances. The proposed 2027 budget anticipates more than $9 million in grants, an $8.3 million carryover, and a planned $15 million bond for the public portion of the community and recreation center; staff also cited private-partner funding for the project. Other capital work discussed included the east-side water reservoir, well and stormwater projects, and a $1 million loan for downtown stormwater improvements. No contract awards or other procurement approvals were identified. Ordinance 1492 would adopt a 1% property-tax levy increase, estimated to add $26,427, with new construction and assessed-value changes expected to add just under $133,000. The first readings proposed a water-rate increase from $32.07 to $33.04 monthly for an average household and a $2.74 increase in the bimonthly stormwater charge, to $33.10. Stormwater revenues are projected at just under $2.2 million and remain below expenses; the city plans a cost-of-service study next year. These were first readings, with no action taken on the ordinances at this meeting.

The council also approved the consent agenda, swore in 15 youth commissioners and two police officers, and issued proclamations recognizing Veterans Day and Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. Public comment included questions about roundabout designs and development activity. City staff reported that the water-tower project remains on schedule. No procurement-related vote or contract award was reported.