Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Woodland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues with critical priority
FY 2026/27 Budget Health
The city closed last fiscal year $5.4 million ahead on general fund revenue, though much of it was one-time Waste Management money. Reserves sit at $18.9 million, and the first quarter of the new year looks normal.
ICE enforcement operation and hit-and-run incident
An ICE operation earlier that day ended with a federal vehicle striking a resident who was recording it. Roughly a dozen speakers demanded investigation, police presence at future ICE operations, and accountability. The mayor and police chief confirmed an independent WPD investigation is underway and will go to the DA.
Proposed One-Cent Sales Tax for November 2026 Ballot
Council put a 1-cent sales tax on the November ballot to shore up city finances. The city faced a $4.5 million deficit this year and projects larger gaps ahead; the money would fund basics like police, fire, roads, and water service.