Solvang City Council members adopted a $62.8 million two-year budget Monday reflecting $58.6 million in expenses and a projected surplus of about $4.1 million.
Most of the surplus stems from projected Measure U funds and a suspended water purchase.
The City of Solvang continues to operate with a balanced budget, but Administrative Services Director Wendy Berry reported the forecast through fiscal year 2036 shows growing pressure on the general fund, water and wastewater funds as projected costs outpace anticipated revenues…