Finance staff have been at a variety of community events this spring and summer. They have been able to talk to residents about the 2026 budget and priority-based budgeting. In May, nearly 200 people stopped by the budget table to learn more. Staff report a great response from residents about using a new, strategic approach to budgeting.
“People were interested in how we’re working to realign resources and evaluate programs and services more thoughtfully,” Deputy Finance Officer Kari Carlson said.
Finance staff will be at the Farmers Market on August 2 to share information about the 2026 budget and priority-based budgeting.
