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Council adopts temporary budget extension as staff tightens FY numbers
Summary
City staff presented a third revised budget draft with targeted cuts; council approved Resolution 12‑48 to temporarily extend appropriations while staff completes accounting refinements and consults the city accountant. Staff proposed program reductions, green‑waste cuts and other operational savings.
City staff presented a third revised draft of the fiscal‑year budget, reporting a deep dive into general ledgers and a number of adjustments that reduced projected expenditures and moved the general fund toward a small positive position. Staff walked council through proposed reductions (First 5 playgroup, possible suspension of summer camp, scaled‑back concessions and fewer green‑waste drop‑off days) and operational efficiencies (reducing porta‑potty service during wet months, consolidating pest control, and using smaller franchise bins for city facilities).
“The 4 green waste days cost the city about, $7,600, and I think you guys get a little over $7,000 from HWMA,” staff said when explaining the recommendation to reduce drop‑off days. Staff acknowledged budget numbers remain subject to accountant review and recommended adoption of Resolution 12‑48 to extend current appropriations while staff completes refinements. Council moved and adopted Resolution 12‑48 to authorize a temporary extension of appropriations pending final adoption of the annual budget; staff scheduled further work and a target meeting (January 27) to finalize numbers.
