City of Keene City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
The City Council workshop focused on a comprehensive review and proposed revisions to the City's Fiscal Policies. Key discussion topics included establishing parameters for the budget process, defining Outside Agency funding criteria with a potential shift toward aligning with Master Plan initiatives, and updating language regarding Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget inclusion and project closeout procedures. The Council also debated shifting the Consumer Price Index (CPI) index for property tax limits, the funding structure for the Land Use Change Tax (LUCT) and Conservation Fund, and strategies for a potential housing development fund. Additionally, discussions covered updates to ambulance billing compliance, the annual review process for fees and charges, and adjustments to fund balance rules for various accounts. The meeting concluded with considerations regarding compensated absences funding and the potential for a dedicated grant management tracking system.