Shoreline Council to review the 2026-2032 CIP budget on 10/26/26

By Kathleen Russell

At the Council budget meeting on October 26, 2026, Public Works will present the five-year 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget, including Surface Water and Wastewater projects, totaling $386.7 million. 

The CIP budget includes projects and funding to improve Shoreline’s infrastructure of roads, trails, drainage, parks and City facilities. 

The 2027-2028 CIP, Surface Water and Wastewater biennial budget is $148.8 million.

Link to 2027-2028 Biennial Budget, 2027-2032 CIP. CIP 2027-2032 “Readers Guide to the CIP,” page 284. Capital Fund descriptions, page 288. CIP program summary, pages 298-305. 

Description of project work follows with budget and completion dates in detail by project, including Surface Water and Wastewater projects. 

After each section there is a “Summary of Projects with Significant Changes.” 

Of interest to many residents, are changes in “Roads Capital Fund” project scopes and timelines starting on page 385.

It is suggested to use the “find” locator to search topics.

The Q/A Matrix is an opportunity for Council to submit questions to staff. If the public has questions or concerns about a service or a budget item, email Council@shorelinewa.gov

Staff has encouraged Council to submit their budget amendments by November 2. Public hearings will be held November 2 and November 16.

References:

• Link to the 2027-2028 Proposed Biennial Budget and 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
• Shoreline Area News article about the 2027-2028 Biennial Budget, October 15, 2026.