City Council

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

FY27 water and sewer rates — 4.5% rate increase with larger increases projected for FY28-FY31

1 public comment 11 decisions Routine Fee Change

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Watertown Middle School Stabilization — $3 million transfer for design development

17 decisions Routine Other High Impact

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

The meeting featured organized community opposition via petitions and a formal internal challenge to the passing of the city's annual budget.

5 decisions Spirited Other High Impact

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Watertown High School Stabilization Fund Transfer — Transfer of $14,768,576 to provide a cash buffer for upcoming high school costs and reimbursements.

1 public comment 12 decisions Routine Other High Impact

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Skip the Stuff Waste Reduction Ordinance — Changes the standard operating procedure for all takeout orders regarding utensils and condiments.

7 decisions Routine Other High Impact

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

FY2027 Proposed Budget — A $226.2 million budget navigating increased health insurance, waste disposal costs, and a $12 million pension shortfall, with the City Manager stating there is no flexibility to tax below the cap.

3 public comments 15 decisions Routine Tax Increase

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

School Fund Transfers — Reallocation of $4.05 million in surplus funds to support high school and middle school projects.

6 decisions Routine Other High Impact

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) FY -4 Recommendations — Adoption of 36 recommendations involving significant capital expenditures, including a $10 million placeholder for a middle school project.

15 decisions Routine Other High Impact