Budget Committee Meeting - 04/25/2026

The City of Milwaukie, Oregon Budget Committee convened on April 25, 2026, to review and discuss the proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2027 and 2028. Key procurement-related topics included a detailed overview of the citywide budget totaling approximately $213 million, with allocations across personnel, materials and services, capital outlay, debt service, and inter-fund transfers. The committee discussed capital improvement projects, noting a 37% reduction in the capital budget to better align with realistic project delivery capacity, while maintaining infrastructure work levels. New funds were introduced for tree management and public art to enhance transparency in revenue use. The budget also accounted for labor contract settlements, health insurance cost increases, and new revenue streams such as public safety fees and payment card transaction fees. The committee addressed the city’s reserve policy, which currently falls below the 25% target, and discussed potential future revenue measures, including possible tax increases subject to voter approval due to state tax rate caps. The meeting emphasized ongoing financial stability strategies, efficient operations, and strategic investments aligned with council goals in economic development, parks and green spaces, and housing. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the budget sets the framework for upcoming procurement and capital projects.