Lake Oswego Council praises budget management and city staff performance

The City Council of Lake Oswego celebrated its financial management during the June 3 meeting, highlighting the city's strong budget practices and successful audits. Council members praised the efforts of the budget committee and City Manager Martha, emphasizing their roles in maintaining fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Councilor Woodland commended the city’s financial health, noting that the city has received three consecutive audits with no findings, a testament to its effective budgeting and spending. "It's a big compliment to the way the city is running its budget," Woodland stated, reinforcing the importance of a solid financial foundation for future policy initiatives.

Councilor Atkins echoed these sentiments, acknowledging the budget committee's focus on the broader goals of the council while ensuring adherence to financial limits. "We're a fortunate community that we have a strong tax base that can cover all of our basic services," he remarked, attributing this success to the diligent work of department heads and staff.

The council unanimously passed the budget, with a vote of 6-0, marking a significant step forward for the city’s financial planning. As the meeting transitioned to a study session on equity programs, the council's commitment to responsible governance and community engagement remained clear, setting a positive tone for future initiatives.