Budget and Finances

Willamalane is committed to being a good steward of your tax dollars. 

In 1944, Willamalane became the first special park district in Oregon. Since then, Community members who live within district boundaries pay a dedicated tax to support parks and recreation. Currently, tax revenue accounts for about 70% of Willamalane’s budget. Other funding sources are admission fees, grants, and sponsorships. 

Every dollar generated is reinvested in our community to improve and maintain parks, facilities, programs, and more. 

Public Budget Process

Each spring, Willamalane publishes its annual budget, balancing revenue with expenses to ensure sufficient reserve funds remain available. A budget committee, composed of appointed community members, reviews the budget alongside the elected Willamalane Board of Directors. Fiscal years run from July through June.

Upcoming Budget Meetings & Hearings

The Willamalane Budget Committee meetings and hearings are held in person at the Bob Keefer Center and virtually, unless otherwise specified. 

Budget Hearings

Budget schedules will be posted once finalized in the early spring.

Important Budget Documents 

Adopted Budget Documents

• FY 2026 Adopted Budget
• FY 2025 Adopted Budget
• FY 2024 Adopted Budget 

Financial Reports

• Willamalane Annual Comprehensive Financial Report FY25
• Willamalane Annual Comprehensive Financial Report FY24
• Willamalane Annual Comprehensive Financial Report FY23

Recent Awards

In recent years, Willamalane received two national awards from the Government Finance Officers Association, underscoring the district’s strong stewardship of local tax dollars.

This national recognition indicates the budget meets high standards for transparency, accuracy, and public communication.

• Distinguished Budget Presentation Award FY26
• Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting FY24
• Distinguished Budget Presentation Award FY25
• Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting FY23

Contact Willamalane Finance Team

To contact Willamalane's finance team, use the links below to email them. You can also contact Willamalane here, and your inquiry will be directed to the appropriate team. 

• Skylar Shane, Business Operations Manager
• Michelle Ferguson, Accounting Program Manager
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll 

About the Willamalane Budget Committee

The Willamalane Budget Committee plays a crucial role in assessing the district's financial strategies by reviewing the annual budget and providing recommendations regarding revenues and expenditures to the Willamalane Board of Directors. The committee includes a balanced representation of the five board members and five board-appointed community members who reside within Willamalane's district boundaries. Budget committee members serve three-year terms of office and are limited to two consecutive full terms to involve as many interested residents as possible.  

Budget Committee Community Members

• Andrew Buck, Term: January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026
• Veronica McCauley - Partial Term: April 10, 2024 - December 31, 2025
• Jin Plummer - Partial Term: April 10, 2024 - December 31, 2025
• Matt Sorensen, Term: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2027
• Hillary Zibell, Term: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2027