In a special City Council meeting held on July 15th, the council convened to initiate discussions on the proposed 2025 budget. Mayor opened the session by inviting public comments, but no members of the public signed up to speak, leading to the closure of that segment.

City Manager David expressed gratitude towards the budget team and staff for their extensive efforts in preparing the budget documents. He highlighted the collaborative work of key team members, including budget analyst Hannah and other department staff, who contributed their insights and projections.

The meeting marked the first budget workshop, where council members were briefed on the overall budget structure. David outlined the focus areas for the workshop, which included a review of the general fund and enterprise fund—two of the largest financial components of the budget—as well as discussions on special revenue and internal service funds.

David emphasized the importance of the budget as a financial planning tool, noting that its approval grants staff the authority to manage city operations effectively. He also mentioned that the budget process is governed by mandates from the city charter, which specifies the necessary information to be included in the budget proposal. The council's engagement in this process is crucial for ensuring transparency and accountability in the city's financial planning.