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Oshkosh council debates biennial budget proposal; staff to study feasibility
Summary
Councilmembers discussed moving from an annual to a biennial budget process. Opinions were split; staff and the new city manager will research impacts and report back, with possible consideration for 2027 implementation.
Councilmembers spent substantial time at the Feb. 25 meeting debating whether Oshkosh should move from an annual to a biennial budget process. Councilmember Larson introduced the idea, citing potential efficiencies and greater predictability for taxpayers. Responses among council members and staff were mixed; the council directed the city manager and finance staff to study the idea and report back, with a possible implementation timeline of 2027 if chosen.
Why it matters: The budget process sets tax levies and departmental priorities. Changing…
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