Title
Discussion on a Sustainable Budget for 2018
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Discuss the unfunded critical needs and 2018 revenue estimates. No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Whether to consider unfunded critical needs and 2018 revenue estimates.
Staff Contact:
Mary Verner, Administrative Services Director, 360.753.8499
Presenter(s):
Mary Verner, Administrative Services Director
Dean Walz, Fiscal Services Director
Background and Analysis:
To be consistent with the City’s financial policies and principles, budget decisions should be made on a foundation of sustainability. As programs begin compiling 2018 budgets, Councilmembers will be equipped with updates from staff about unfunded budget needs and current 2018 revenue estimates. With this information, Council can make well-informed decisions to support a long-term sustainable budget.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
None identified.
Options:
N/A
Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
None