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Published: Jun 16, 2026
Beaverton Council Reviews Water and Sewer Rate Increases Amidst Infrastructure Investments
The City Council held a work session on water and sewer rates, discussing significant capital investments needed for infrastructure improvements and water source diversification. The water rate is projected to increase by approximately 9% for an average household due to debt service on loans and infrastructure projects, including the Willamette Water Supply Program and WIFIA-funded initiatives. The sewer and stormwater rates are also projected to increase by 7% and 5% respectively, in line with Clean Water Services' regional rate adjustments and local maintenance costs. Council members questioned cost containment measures and leverage with Clean Water Services, while staff presented the rationale behind the rate adjustments and ongoing financial planning.
Beaverton City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget Amidst Financial Challenges
The City Council adopted the budget for fiscal year 2026-27, which involved difficult decisions and reductions across various departments, including public safety, libraries, and the equity office. The budget was balanced using one-time resources and dipping into reserves, highlighting the city's structural underfunding due to limitations from Measure 5 and Measure 50. Council members expressed concerns about the sustainability of the budget and the impact of cuts on services and staff. Amendments were passed to clarify guiding principles related to diversity, equity, inclusion, climate sustainability, and human rights. The council also discussed the need for future structural reductions and efficiencies, with direction to staff to explore further cost-saving measures.
Beaverton Council Explores Policies to Prohibit ICE Facilities and Contracts
Councilmember Duggar proposed directing city staff to develop policy language banning ICE facilities within Beaverton and to create policy requiring businesses applying for city grants to attest that they do not have contracts with ICE. The council discussed the legal feasibility and potential impacts of these proposals. For the ICE facilities, the consensus was to direct staff to research the legal ability to exclude such facilities, considering land use regulations and potential conflicts with other federal agencies, and to bring back information. For the grant attestation policy, concerns were raised about its impact on local businesses, staff workload, and potential unintended consequences, leading to a decision to prioritize the ICE facility analysis due to staff capacity.
Beaverton Council Passes Resolution Affirming Stance Against Utility-Scale Data Centers
The City Council adopted Resolution 4961, affirming the city's values and priorities regarding utility-scale standalone data center development. The resolution supports the current prohibition of such uses in Beaverton, citing concerns about infrastructure demands, land use, neighborhood compatibility, and limited industrial land. Council members expressed support for the resolution as a way to reaffirm existing policy and communicate the city's stance to the community and staff, especially given the lack of specific code addressing data centers.
Beaverton City Council Approves Downtown Parking Plan
The City Council adopted the Downtown Parking Plan, which includes nine strategies to manage downtown parking assets. Community feedback indicated general support for the plan, with a focus on curb management, parking branding, enforcement, and the conversion of Third and Washington into a public parking lot. The plan's next steps involve implementing changes based on community feedback and returning to the council with updates. Council members emphasized the need for continued business community outreach, clear signage, and exploring the use of city-owned land for temporary parking solutions.
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