2026 - Budget Committee Meeting #1

The City of Tigard held its first Budget Committee meeting on May 4, 2026, to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget. Key procurement-related topics included significant budget reductions across departments, particularly a 29.2% cut in the library materials budget and personnel reductions including the elimination of the library social services coordinator position. The police department presented its budget with a focus on maintaining core services despite a 1 FTE reduction in records specialists and highlighted contracts such as a nearly $2 million five-year technology contract with Axon. Parks and Recreation discussed operational funding challenges, including a $1.1 million shortfall in the parks utility fund and potential impacts on maintenance and programming. The committee also discussed the use of reserves as a short-term funding solution and the need for long-term sustainable revenue strategies. Public comments emphasized concerns about cuts to library services and community programs. Several action items were identified, including requests for detailed cost breakdowns, narrative explanations of budget changes over recent years, and exploration of grant opportunities to fund critical positions. The committee planned to continue deliberations in subsequent meetings with opportunities for public input.