DeSoto City Council Approves $80,000 Agreement for 10 Year Strategic Plan

The DeSoto City Council meeting on September 2, 2025, focused on significant developments regarding the city's strategic planning and budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

During the meeting, the council unanimously approved a motion to authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, not to exceed $80,000, for consulting services aimed at developing a ten-year strategic plan for DeSoto. This decision marks a proactive step towards long-term planning and development for the city.

Following this, the council moved into a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. Interim Finance Director Lakita Sutton presented the budget details, adhering to the requirements set forth in the City of DeSoto Charter. The public hearing allows community members to voice their opinions on the budget, with a standard speaking time of three minutes per individual.

The meeting underscored the council's commitment to engaging the community in the budgeting process and planning for the city's future. Further discussions and decisions regarding the budget will follow as the council continues to gather input from residents.