Budget committee cuts $9,500 from communications software (FlashVote)

Apr 23, 2026

Councilors voted to remove a $9,500 FlashVote software subscription from the communications budget, shifting community‑engagement options back to existing channels while keeping the communications staff position intact.

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As part of the public services budget review, the communications line included a $9,500 software/services request for FlashVote, a community survey/engagement tool. Councilor Cody moved to remove the $9,500 line, arguing the city can rely on existing social platforms and that the expense is a nonessential 'want' in a tight budget year.

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