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- Lewiston's fiscal 2027 budget plans $2.6 million in general fund spending
The worksheet labels the 1600 West grant only as a COG grant.
- Lewiston's water fund paid down $8.4 million on its federal loan in fiscal 2025
The debt note does not break down the $8,390,900 reduction.
Lewiston: water fund loan and FY2027 budget →
Lewiston's fiscal 2027 budget plans $2.6 million in general fund spending
The worksheet Lewiston filed with the State Auditor lists $2,614,449 in general fund spending for fiscal 2027, up from $1,630,100 in its fiscal 2026 budget column. It includes an $811,390 grant and $892,529 in spending for 1600 West road repair.
Lewiston's water fund paid down $8.4 million on its federal loan in fiscal 2025
Lewiston's fiscal 2025 audit records $8,390,900 in principal reductions on a USDA Rural Development note, leaving $8,135,101 owed. The water fund's cash fell from $11.7 million to $2.9 million over the year.
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