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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 07
Chapter 07.01
Section 07.01.010
 

Title 07 Finance

Chapter 07.01 Fiscal Year - Biennial Budget Established

Section 07.01.010 Biennial Budget Established
  1. Pursuant to RCW 35.34.040, the City Council hereby establishes a two-year biennial budget for the City of Spokane, beginning with the adoption of the first biennium budget starting on January 1, 2025, and ending on December 31, 2026. The 2025-2026 budget, and all subsequent budgets, shall be prepared, considered and adopted under the provisions of this ordinance and Chapter 35.34 RCW.
  1. The budget estimates, the proposed preliminary budget, the preliminary budget, notices of hearing, the budget hearing, and adoption of the biennial budget shall be processed and accomplished in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 35.34 RCW, or as permitted (or not prohibited) by Chapter 35.34 RCW, as authorized by ordinances and resolutions from time to time adopted by the City Council not inconsistent with Chapter 35.34 RCW.
  1. The City’s fiscal biennium period shall be from January 1st of each odd-numbered year through December 31st of the next succeeding even-numbered year.

Date Passed: Monday, June 24, 2024

Effective Date: Monday, June 24, 2024

ORD C36531 Section 2