A Message from the Mayor

Budget season

A closer look at the City’s budget and financial forecast.

Like many cities, the Happy Valley Municipal Code follows Oregon State Law by requiring an annual budget to be balanced and adopted by the City Council no later than the end of June. Getting to this point involves a review of prior trends, projections for the future, and analysis. Most importantly, it involves input and approval from the Budget Committee which includes five residents and the City Council members.

I’m pleased to report that with careful spending and strategic budgeting, the City maintains a positive outlook. The budget we adopted allows us to continue funding the basic services that you have come to expect such as street sweeping, road maintenance, park beautification, code enforcement, police services, growth management, business support, library and recreation programing, and community events.

In addition, the City has prioritized funding to keep the ball rolling on key capital investments, including:

• Designing improvements to 172nd Avenue
• Designing a new Community Center and Community Park
• Developing plans for a future downtown with local restaurants and shops
• Designing a new Public Works facility

Getting to this point takes a lot of work. From financial forecasts, detailed analysis, and input from a resident-led Budget Committee. Thank you to the Budget Committee, my fellow City Council members, and our dedicated staff for ensuring we spend local resources wisely and in a manner that advances our community priorities.

2025 Budget Committee Resident Members
Mark Aasland
Asher Chen
David Emami
Geri Naumcheff
Sheila Ritz

Mayor Ellis