City Council July 7, 2026

The Tumwater, WA City Council held a meeting on July 7, 2026, which included a proclamation for National Park and Recreation Month and a detailed discussion on the 2025-2026 budget amendment. The budget amendment addressed various financial updates including the purchase of the lodge building, fire department apparatus repairs, and opioid fund transfers. The council approved moving the budget amendment ordinance forward for adoption at the next meeting. Additionally, the council approved consent calendar items including ratification of $4.56 million in voucher payments, a lease amendment for SiriusXM equipment on the city water tower to increase lease revenue, and a consultant agreement with HDR Engineering for the Somerset Hill Culvert Replacement Project aimed at improving fish passage habitat. The meeting also featured reports on public safety calls during the Fourth of July, community events, and regional transportation and housing initiatives. No new contracts were awarded during this meeting, but the budget amendment and consultant agreement represent key procurement-related actions.