The Budget Committee Meeting held on May 1, 2024, by the City Council of Talent, Oregon, focused on key leadership nominations and an overview of the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting began with a roll call, confirming a quorum with several members present and a few absent.

The committee proceeded to nominate a new chair and vice chair. Member Hazel was nominated and subsequently approved as the new chair, with all members voting in favor. Councilor Kanamara was nominated and confirmed as vice chair without any opposition.

Following the leadership appointments, the city manager presented an overview of the proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The manager acknowledged the significant efforts of the finance director, Tessa DeLine, in preparing the budget documents. The presentation aimed to provide a general discussion of the budget process and highlight key aspects of the proposed budget, although detailed discussions were reserved for future meetings.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to further review the budget details in upcoming sessions, ensuring that all committee members are well-informed as they move forward in the budgeting process.