Six-year Capital Improvement Program
Summary
The city's capital wish list for the next six years totals $237 million, with $61.7 million proposed for the first two years. Wastewater treatment plant expansion is the biggest chunk, and several projects hinge on grant funding. A fee study could mean sewer rate increases in about a year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
$61.7 million proposed for 2026/27, with possible sewer fee increases down the road.
All residents benefit from maintained infrastructure, and transit riders could see expanded microtransit and the Cross Valley Express project.
Sewer customers could face fee increases once the rate study concludes.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Visalia City Council — May 13, 2026
Council reviewed the final piece of the six-year capital plan — about $34 million worth of General Fund projects, from AEDs in parks to a pollution burden study to the community holiday tree. Councilers pushed back on a $150,000 pollution study, questioned the $50,000 civic center celebration, and asked staff to seek sponsors and grants to trim costs.
Visalia City Council — April 6, 2026
The city plans about $8.4 million in vehicle, equipment, IT and facility spending over the next two years, including 148 vehicle replacements over six years. Measure T and Measure N sales tax dollars shield the general fund from many police and fire replacement costs. Final adoption comes in June with the operating budget.
Visalia City Council — March 2, 2026
Seven capital funds totaling $79 million over six years were reviewed. Park, storm sewer and other impact fees haven't been raised since 2005 — nexus studies and master plan updates are coming, meaning fee increases are likely ahead.
Visalia City Council — February 17, 2026
The city's capital wish list for the next six years totals $237 million, with $61.7 million proposed for the first two years. Wastewater treatment plant expansion is the biggest chunk, and several projects hinge on grant funding. A fee study could mean sewer rate increases in about a year.
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