Apr 10, 2026Board meeting
City Council Budget Planning Workshop
The council held a budget planning workshop to discuss strategies for revenue growth, expense reduction, and operational efficiency. Presentations included proposed compensation adjustments for city employees, including police and fire departments, and the evaluation of potential cost-saving measures such as vacancy control. Additionally, the council discussed no-cost or low-cost employee benefits, such as adding the Juneteenth holiday, parental leave, and implementing an extended service hours schedule. The finance department presented proposals for new revenue streams, including a potential cemetery tax to support cemetery operations.