Title
Meeting with the Coalition of Neighborhood Associations (CNA)
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
The Finance Committee worked with the CNA to develop the agenda for this meeting
City Manager Recommendation:
Have a community conversation on the City of Olympia Operating Budget
Body
Issue:
The CNA agreed to host a conversation with neighborhoods on the City of Olympia Operating Budget and Process. Tonight's meeting is intended to help neighbors understand the City's budget and help the council and staff understand neighborhood priorities.
Presenter(s):
Bob Jones, President of the CNA and moderator for the Budget Forum
Stephen Buxbaum, Mayor
Steve Hall, City Manager
Jane Kirkemo, Administrative Services Director
Background and Analysis:
The City of Olympia 2014 Operating Budget was presented October 22 and currently available on the City's website. This meeting is an opportunity to have a conversation about the budget, the process and on-going challenges.