Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tualatin public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in taxes budget
Outside Agency Grant Allocations for FY 2026/27
The Council worked through how to split $50,000 among community organizations for next fiscal year. Councilor Hillier stepped aside for the discussion, and the final awards will come back as a resolution at a future meeting.
Building Division fee increase
Building permit fees rise 15% now and 5% a year afterward because rising costs left the program short of covering its expenses. Tualatin's fees stay on the low end compared to nearby cities.
City Manager compensation adjustment
A salary survey showed the City Manager was paid roughly 9% below comparable cities, so the council agreed to raise compensation to $224,211, formalized on the consent agenda.
2027 Legislative Agenda
Staff floated a wish list of state and federal funding asks — Riverfront Park, trail connections, a railroad crossing, a microgrid, and more. Council wants more vetting on a couple before picking priorities.
2027 Legislative Funding Requests
The council weighed in on which big projects — Riverfront Park, trail connections, a microgrid, and more — the city should ask state and federal lawmakers to fund. Final priorities come later.
FY 2026-27 City Budget Adoption
The $177.5 million budget is set for the year starting July 1, keeping the property tax rate at $2.2665 per $1,000. Councilors also want a future conversation about their own pay and travel budget.
2026 Legislative Session Outcomes
The state cut about $128 million from its budget, but Tualatin protected its seismic valving project funding. Transportation funding is likely headed to voters, and the state's budget will dominate the next session.
Library Cooperative Funding Agreement with Washington County
The Library Advisory Committee warned that if the local option levy or WCCLS funding lapses in five years, the library could look dramatically different. They asked the council to start planning alternative funding sources now, and raised concerns about WCCLS collaboration on the shared collection.
2026 City Council Priorities Review
The council reviewed its updated vision and priorities document across seven areas, with Councilor Brooks pushing for clearer legislative coordination language.
Metro Area Communications Commission Grant
Resolution 5942-26 lets the City Manager sign a Metro Area Communications Commission grant agreement and appropriate special purpose revenues in the FY 2026-27 budget.