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Budget Committee reviews water and sewer budgets; minutes approved

LongviewFeb 18, 20262 min read

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The City of Longview Budget Committee met Feb 18, 2026 (called to order 4:05 pm, adjourned 5:30 pm). Present: Councilmembers Chris Bryant, Mike Claxton, Kalei LaFave; Assistant City Manager / PWD Chris Collins; staff Jen Wills, Angela Abel, Nancy Vandehey. Committee reviewed Water Operations, Water Construction, Sewer Operations, and Sewer Construction budgets; follow-up actions were identified and Fleet & Facilities scheduled next.

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Minutes from December 17, 2025 approved unanimously.
Reviewed Water Operations budget; staff answered questions and explained notable amounts.
Reviewed Water Construction budget; follow-up regarding transfers of General Fund, Building Maintenance Fund, and Capital to Water Operating (referred to Public Works Subcommittee).
Reviewed Sewer Operations budget; staff answered questions and explained notable amounts.
Reviewed Sewer Construction budget; staff answered questions and explained notable amounts.
Scheduled Fleet & Facilities as the next budget review topic.

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