City Council Work Session March 24 2026

The Tumwater, WA City Council held a work session on March 24, 2026, focusing primarily on the city's 10-year financial forecast and budget considerations. The finance director presented detailed revenue and expenditure trends, highlighting a projected fiscal cliff around 2030 due to expenditures surpassing revenues. The discussion included potential budget adjustments for 2026, such as reducing property and sales tax revenue estimates and exploring new revenue options like reinstating fire impact fees to support debt service for capital projects. The council also reviewed the city's debt status, noting zero current debt payments but anticipating future borrowing for major projects. Additionally, the session covered the implementation of a new police body-worn camera program, including procurement of equipment and software to improve video management and redaction processes. Finally, the council toured City Hall to assess space constraints and discuss future facility needs, with considerations for potential renovations or new construction to accommodate growth and improve city operations.