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City manager outlines budget techniques; committee to pilot decision packets and continue strategic plan work
Summary
The city manager presented an overview of budget approaches — target‑based (current) vs. zero‑based budgeting (ZBB) and priority budgeting — and recommended piloting decision packets for a few departments, tying budget choices to an updated strategic plan. The committee agreed to a follow‑up session in August.
The Winchester City manager presented a detailed review of municipal budgeting techniques, describing the city's existing target‑based approach and contrasting it with zero‑based budgeting (ZBB) and priority/decision‑packet methods.
Why it matters: budget methodology determines how the city prioritizes services, allocates staff and capital, and responds to revenue constraints. The manager said the strategic plan should drive budget decisions and recommended piloting ZBB‑style decision packets for selected departments before any large‑scale change.
Presentation highlights
- Current practice: Staff described…
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