During its March 31 meeting, the Financial Advisory Commission (FAC) reviewed and approved the City of Germantown’s proposed Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for fiscal year 2027, recommending it for consideration as part of the City’s upcoming budget process.

The proposed FY27 CIP represents a $27.4 million investment in infrastructure, public safety, parks, schools and utility systems across the community. The plan reflects a balanced approach-maintaining essential services, addressing long-term infrastructure needs and making targeted improvements that support Germantown’s quality of life.

FY27 CIP at a Glance

Public Safety & General Government - $1.83 million

• SCBA Backplate Replacement ($500,000) - Keeps equipment compliant with national standards

• Police Expansion Study ($100,000) - Plans for future police facility needs

• School Transfer Payment Year 4 ($833,333) -Continues commitment to local school ownership

• Ambulance Replacement ($400,000) - Ensures reliable emergency response equipment

Roads & Traffic Improvements - $4.36 million

• Forest Hill Irene Improvements ($307,000) - Design work in this multi-phase project to improve safety, alignment and traffic flow

• LED Streetlight Conversion ($3 million) - Reduces energy costs and improves visibility citywide

• Road Resurfacing for Forest Hill Irene Road & Farmington Boulevard ($200,000) - Design work to extend pavement life on key corridors

• SS4A Safety Demonstration ($345,000)  - Adds safety features like road diets

• Poplar Avenue at Poplar Pike Study ($75,000)  - Evaluation of the this multi-phase intersection improvement project's environmental effects required by federal law

• ITS & Signal Master Plan ($250,000)  - Modernizes traffic signal coordination

• Traffic Fiber Restoration ($50,000)  - Repairs signal communication network

• ADA Intersection Upgrades ($81,000)  - Improves pedestrian accessibility

• Decorative Street Signs ($50,000)  - Enhances neighborhood streetscapes

Drainage & Stormwater - $1.59 million

• Redbud Trail/Lateral E ($30,000) - Flood mitigation study to identify potential solutions in Dogwood Forest

• Misc. Drainage Improvements ($150,000) - Addresses smaller drainage issues citywide

• Master Drainage Plan Phase 2 ($312,500) - Expands stormwater system data and planning

• Dogwood Grove Drainage ($1.1 million) - Addresses failing drainage infrastructure

Parks & Recreation - $557,000

• Lily Walk ($406,000) - Creates a landscaped pedestrian corridor on Exeter Road

• Greenway Trail Extension ($40,000) - Right-of-way acquisition to expand Wolf River trail connectivity

• Cameron Brown Park Improvements ($111,000) - Environmental study and permitting for plans to add parking and a multipurpose turf field

Germantown Athletic Club - $4.59 million

• Natatorium Renovation ($4.5 million) - Modernizes indoor pool and building systems

• Recovery Space Enhancements ($86,000) - Adds wellness and recovery amenities

Utilities & Infrastructure - $4.1 million

• Southwest Water Main ($1.925 million) - Expands City water service to new areas

• Lift Station Generators ($1 million) - Prevents sewer overflows during outages

• Filter Bay Refurbishment ($1 million) - Maintains drinking water quality

• Sewer Flowmeters ($175,000) - Improves wastewater tracking and billing

Municipal Schools - $10 million

• Houston High School Renovation ($10 million) - Adds fine arts space and expands cafeteria capacity

How the Plan is Funded

The FY27 CIP is supported through a mix of funding sources that allow the City to move forward with major projects while maintaining financial stability

• General Fund Reserves - $5.7 million

• Utility Fund - $4.1 million

• Stormwater Fund - $1.3 million

• Germantown Athletic Club - $1.1 million

• Federal and State Grants - $1.6 million

• General Obligation Bonds - $10 million

• GAC Bonds - $3.5 million

What’s Next

With FAC approval, the proposed Capital Improvements Program will move to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for consideration as part of the FY27 budget.

The CIP serves as a roadmap for maintaining and improving the City’s infrastructure, ensuring Germantown continues to deliver reliable services and make strategic investments that benefit residents today and in the future.