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2027 Preliminary Budget Preview
Recommended Action:
Receive the information on the preliminary OMPD budget. Draft a letter of recommendation to the OMPD Board and City Council.
Report
Issue:
Receive a briefing on the 2027 Preliminary OMPD Budget
Staff Contact:
Laura Keehan, Director of Parks Planning and Maintenance, 360.570.5855
Presenter(s):
Laura Keehan, Director of Parks Planning and Maintenance, 360.570.5855
Background and Analysis:
The Interlocal Agreement between the Olympia City Council and the Olympia Metropolitan Park District tasks the OMPD Advisory Committee with providing an annual report regarding the City’s compliance with funding levels stipulated in the agreement. This preliminary budget preview will focus on these funding levels as they pertain to the City’s preliminary 2027 operating and capital budgets.
The City’s 2027 Preliminary Operating Budget will be posted on October 1. Staff will attach the OMPD presentation slides by Monday, October 5.
Climate Analysis:
MPD funding is utilized to fund projects and programs that benefit carbon sequestration and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Examples include full funding for the Park Stewardship program which manages and enhances natural areas.
Equity Analysis:
The MPD funding provides benefits to the community that would not have been realized without the funding. The City is committed to Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and the Parks Department has adopted a system to prioritize park development in areas with underserved populations.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The YES Olympia Parks coalition was heavily involved in the formation of the Olympia Metropolitan Park District and some of their members continue to take a strong interest in the activities of the OMPD Advisory Committee and Board.
Options:
• Receive a briefing on the preliminary budget and draft a recommendation letter to the OMPD Board.
• Receive a briefing and do not draft a letter.
• Do not receive a briefing.
Financial Impact:
2027 proposed OMPD revenue is $5,729,165.
Attachments:
Presentation (to be posted October 5)