Santa Fe Finance Committee finalizes budget resolution with key amendments

The Santa Fe City Council's Finance Committee convened on May 7, 2025, for its final meeting to discuss the city’s budget. The session marked the culmination of a series of meetings aimed at reviewing and approving the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

During the meeting, the committee addressed a resolution that serves as the formal mechanism for adopting the budget. An amendment to the budget was introduced, reflecting insights gained from the previous eight days of discussions. The mayor highlighted the importance of these meetings, expressing gratitude for the engagement and dialogue that took place with various department heads. He noted that the discussions provided valuable education on the city's initiatives and the efforts of its employees.

The mayor commended the committee members for their thorough examination of the budget processes and policies, emphasizing the talent and dedication of city staff who participated in the discussions. He acknowledged that while there are areas for improvement, the overall performance of the government was commendable.

As the meeting concluded, the committee prepared to make a recommendation for the budget, which will be crucial for the city's operations and services in the coming year. The discussions and decisions made during this meeting are expected to have significant implications for the community of Santa Fe.