Every two years the City conducts a robust community-based effort to review its financial picture and the resources needed to fund key City services. This is done through an inclusive process known as Budgeting by Priorities. Through the City’s “Your City Your Choice” campaign community members are invited to evaluate the kinds of programs residents value most by choosing the top three programs under each of the four City priorities.
We value a healthy environment that supports an active community
We value a thriving community where all people feel safe
We value a well-planned and supported community that provides a sense of place
We value a City that is welcoming, service oriented and fiscally responsible
Outcome maps are used as the basis for City departments to develop their budget offers detailing:
Please reference our Budgeting Glossary to view an alphabetical list of budgeting terms or words with their explanations.