Capital Path consultants told Liberty Lake council the state faces a multibillion‑dollar operating deficit and flagged potential 2027 issues — including tax preference changes, a proposed "millionaire's tax," House Bill 2442 and wildfire relief — and urged the city to press for local government mitigation funding and project-specific outreach.

City staff presented a 20‑year capital facilities estimate of roughly $131 million and a six‑year funding gap of about $18.8 million; council and staff discussed grant pursuit, low‑interest state loans, local improvement districts, tax levers and bond options to close the gap.

Council members gather for special meeting as power issues pose potential challenges.

City officials debate library funding sources and prioritize infrastructure projects amid budget constraints.