FISCAL YEARS 2025-26 & 2026-27
Proposed Mid-Cycle
Budget Adjustment
JUNE 9 , 2026 – CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DOUGLAS ALESSIO, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
Citywide Budget Summary-All Funds
Existing 2025-26 and Proposed 2026-27 Update
2 General Fund Changes for FY 2026-27
Staffing Allocation changes.
Transfers out of Unassigned Fund Balance.
Increase of $81,917 of General Fund
contributions to the City’s three Lighting and
Landscaping Districts (LLDs).
$30,000 to Reinstate Banner Program
$75,000 to establish Façade Improvement
Program
3 Staffing Updates:
•Total Citywide Staffing continues to be held constant at the 2024-25 level of 40.5 Full–Time Equivalent Positions for Fiscal Year 2026-27
•There is one limited duration positions set to expire
outside of the proposed budget cycle.
•Several vacancies occurred which provides the
opportunity to refine the staffing allocations to better align with operational needs.
•Establish three new job classifications: Code
Enforcement Specialist, GIS Technician, and Lead
Maintenance Worker
4 Proposed Staffing Changes for FY 2026-27
5 Proposed Transfers
Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) shows a Net Change in General Fund fund balance of $2,518,885
Staff is recommending one-time transfers of:
$1,000,000 to the Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 700)
for future CIP needs
$1,500,000 to the Building Maintenance Fund (Fund 603) for future CIP needs
The General Fund will have enough resources remaining to be in full compliance with the 50% Operating Reserve Policy (roughly $9.2 million of reserves) and still have $1.4 million of Unassigned Fund Balance available for discretionary
purposes.
6 Measure R Changes for FY2026-27
Unfinished GIS mapping $150,000.
Fire Safe Moraga Orinda services
contract $450,000.
Renewal of Ladris evacuation
modeling software subscription
$252,000.
Increase of outreach and education
services $48,510
7 Other Changes for FY 2026-27
Transportation Development Act (TDA)
grant funding revenue increase $253,438.
Increased revenue for LLDs $79,011
Bike Trails and Walkway Master Plan
update $236,890 split equally from
Transportation Impact Fee and Contra
Costa Transportation Return to Source.
8 City of Orinda
Proposed CIP Update Mid-cycle (FY 2024/25 - 2029/30) City Council Meeting, June 9, 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Update
◦ CIP identifies and schedules public infrastructure projects and funding sources
◦ Infrastructure includes transportation, drainage, parks and City buildings.
◦ Comprehensive five-year CIP prepared every two years
◦ consistent with the two-year City Operating Budget cycle. ◦ This CIP update is mid-cycle, and focuses on proposes changes within the five year forecast period, Fiscal Years 2026-2030 Changes from May 5, 2026 Draft
◦ Expanded Project No. 4022, Community Center Kitchen
Upgrades to include renovating the adjoining Founders Auditorium. ◦ Expanded Project No. 5055, Park Monument Signage to include upgrading the City Club sign at the Safeway corner on Camino Pablo ◦ Added Project No. 5056, Ivy Dr. Sidewalk – preliminary engineering
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‘25/’26 thru ‘29/’30
Capital Improvement Plan
Orinda, California
Project # 5049
Project Name E. Ardith Dr. Sidewalk Gap Closure
Total Project Cost $360,000 Contact Scott Christie
Department PUBLIC WORKS Type BIKEWAYS / WALKWAYS
Category TRANSPORTATION / DRAINAGE Status Active
Useful Life 40 years
Description
Extend existing sidewalk on south side of Orindawoods Drive, along East Altarinda Dr. to St. Stephens Drive. As of 2022, this project is #3 on “Top 10” list compiled from BTW Plan. This approximate 1,000 foot long connection would close the gap between Orindawoods Dr. sidewalk (where it ends on the south side of the road at East Altarinda Rd.) and allow a safe path along East Altarinda Rd. to connect to existing sidewalk at the corner of St. Stephens Dr. , and onto the St. Stephens Trail. There appears to be available right of way for such path or sidewalk, however there would be impacts to private property landscaping and fencing which encroaches along East Altarinda. Retaining walls may be required in some locations.
Justification
Supports Strategic Plan 2.d, Infrastructure Strategy and Improvement - Focus on capital projects that enhance circulation, mobility, and transportation and improve road safety overall.
Life to Date Budget Utilization
$0 of $360,000 (0%)
Prior Expenditures ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 7127 Construction Costs 0 0 0 300,000 0 300,000 0
7125 Design Contracts 0 0 50,000 0 0 50,000
7126 Construction Management 0 0 0 10,000 0 10,000
Total 0 0 50,000 310,000 0 360,000
Prior Funding Sources ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 200 Gas Tax 0 0 0 200,000 0 200,000 0
263 Transportation Development
Act (TDA)
0 0 0 110,000 0 110,000
330 CCTA Return To Source (Local
Share) 0 0 50,000 0 0 50,000
Total 0 0 50,000 310,000 0 360,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
Orinda, California
Project # 5051
Project Name Crosswalk/RRFB's, Moraga Way at Ivy Dr. (north) Total Project Cost $200,000 Contact Siva Natarajan
Department PUBLIC WORKS Type TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Category TRANSPORTATION / DRAINAGE Status Active
Useful Life 25 years
Description
This was recommended for review by City Council during the April 7, 2026, meeting. In addition, City is currently working on the Moraga Way Pathway Phase 3 project design, which will extend a pedestrian path on Moraga Way up to the Ivy Drive (North) intersection.
Justification
Supports Strategic Plan 2.d, Infrastructure Strategy and Improvement - Focus on capital projects that enhance circulation, mobility, and transportation and improve road safety overall.
Life to Date Budget Utilization
$0 of $200,000 (0%)
Prior Expenditures ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 7127 Construction Costs 0 0 170,000 0 0 170,000 0
7125 Design Contracts 0 25,000 0 0 0 25,000
7126 Construction Management 0 0 5,000 0 0 5,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
Prior Funding Sources ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 200 Gas Tax 0 25,000 75,000 0 0 100,000 0
330 CCTA Return To Source (Local
Share) 0 0 100,000 0 0 100,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
Produced Using Plan-It CIP Software Page 1 / 1 Tuesday, June 09, 2026 ‘25/’26 thru ‘29/’30
Capital Improvement Plan
Orinda, California
Project # 5053
Project Name Crosswalk/RRFB's, Orindwoods Dr. at Village Gate Rd.
Total Project Cost $200,000 Contact Siva Natarajan
Department PUBLIC WORKS Type TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Category TRANSPORTATION / DRAINAGE Status Active
Useful Life 25 years
Description
RRFB's (rectangular rapid flashing beacons) are in use at several non-signalized intersection and have proven to be useful safety features. The city has received public requests to place a new crosswalk with RRFB's at this location. It should be noted that a bus stop is on Orindawoods Dr. (westbound) just north of this intersection.
Staff intends to work with TSAC to consider recommending this project in the future for an application for TDA grant funding Justification
Supports Strategic Plan 2.d, Infrastructure Strategy and Improvement - Focus on capital projects that enhance circulation, mobility, and transportation and improve road safety overall.
Life to Date Budget Utilization
$0 of $200,000 (0%)
Prior Expenditures ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 7127 Construction Costs 0 0 170,000 0 0 170,000 0
7125 Design Contracts 0 25,000 0 0 0 25,000
7126 Construction Management 0 0 5,000 0 0 5,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
Prior Funding Sources ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 263 Transportation Development
Act (TDA)
0 0 100,000 0 0 100,000 0
330 CCTA Return To Source (Local
Share) 0 25,000 75,000 0 0 100,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
Orinda, California
Project # 5054
Project Name Crosswalk/RRFB's, Moraga Way at Orchard Rd. (south) Total Project Cost $200,000 Contact Siva Natarajan
Department PUBLIC WORKS Type TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Category TRANSPORTATION / DRAINAGE Status Active
Useful Life 25 years
Description
RRFB's (rectangular rapid flashing beacons) are in use at several non-signalized intersection and have proven to be useful safety features. The city has received public requests to place a new crosswalk with RRFB's at this location. Initial work would include engineering study to determine viability of the crosswalk.
Justification
Supports Strategic Plan 2.d, Infrastructure Strategy and Improvement - Focus on capital projects that enhance circulation, mobility, and transportation and improve road safety overall.
Life to Date Budget Utilization
$0 of $200,000 (0%)
Prior Expenditures ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 7127 Construction Costs 0 0 170,000 0 0 170,000 0
7125 Design Contracts 0 25,000 0 0 0 25,000
7126 Construction Management 0 0 5,000 0 0 5,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
Prior Funding Sources ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 200 Gas Tax 0 25,000 75,000 0 0 100,000 0
330 CCTA Return To Source (Local
Share) 0 0 100,000 0 0 100,000
Total 0 25,000 175,000 0 0 200,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
Orinda, California
Project # 5056
Project Name Ivy Dr. Sidewalk
Total Project Cost $50,000 Contact Siva Natarajan
Department PUBLIC WORKS Type BIKEWAYS / WALKWAYS
Category TRANSPORTATION / DRAINAGE Status Active
Useful Life 40 years
Description
Construct approximately 800 linear feet of 5 foot wide sidewalk along Ivy Dr. from its north intersection with Moraga Way to Ardith Drive. The initial phase of this project will be perliminary engineering to determine alignment, right of way impacts, cost and schedule. This preliminary work should allow for an effective grant application. Additional funding will need to be appropriated, or grants will need to be obtained for design and construction.
Justification
Improve pedestrian safety along Ivy Drive which is used for access to Orinda Intermediate School. This proposed new sidewalk would tie into exisitng sidewalk that runs from Ardith Dr. to Orinda Intermediate School, so it would eliminate the gap between Moraga Way and Ardith.
Life to Date Budget Utilization
$0 of $50,000 (0%)
Prior Expenditures ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 7125 Design Contracts 0 50,000 0 0 0 50,000 0
Total 0 50,000 0 0 0 50,000
Prior Funding Sources ‘25/’26 ‘26/’27 ‘27/’28 ‘28/’29 ‘29/’30 Total Future 0 700 Capital Improvement (General) 0 50,000 0 0 0 50,000 0 Total 0 50,000 0 0 0 50,000
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