Balancing Act is an interactive tool that lets you balance the budget. It starts with the fiscal year 2025 General Fund and lets you increase or decrease funding for specific programs and services.
The simulation begins in a deficit, so you can consider reductions to existing City programs and services or the addition of revenue to balance the budget. The tool provides more information about each decision and guides you through the process.
By looking at how our residents balance the budget, we will learn about your priorities. Your results will be shared with the Budget Committee and City Council. Your feedback can strengthen how we provide services to our community.
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Budget Committee and Revenue Task Force Update
The Budget Committee continues to work to develop a recommendation for the FY 2025 Budget. The next Budget Committee meetings are:
- May 1, 2024
- May 8, 2024
- May 15, 2024 (alternate meeting if needed)
All meetings are scheduled to start at 6:00PM and at will be held in Council Chambers at 555 Liberty St SE.
Learn How You Can Get Involved in the Budget Process
Learn more about the Budget Committee and its role
And while the Budget Committee works to recommend a balanced budget, the Revenue Task Force is exploring new, additional revenue sources and adjustments to fees to sustain those services funded by the General Fund, like parks and recreation, library and public safety.
- May 21, Tuesday
- June 4, Tuesday
- June 26, Wednesday
All meetings are scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. and at will be held in Council Chambers at 555 Liberty St SE.
