Beginning on July 22, 2010, Mayor Suttle hosted a series of four Community Budget Forums around the City for interested individuals to learn more about the proposed 2011 budget. Each meeting began with a welcome from Mayor Suttle and a presentation of the City’s proposed 2011 bduget by Finance Director Pam Spaccarotella. Then, department directors from Police, Fire, Library, Parks & Recreation and Public Works gave short overviews of their budget and services they provide.
After the presentation concluded, attendees were able to attend breakout sessions with the City department directors and Mayor Suttle. The attendees had the opportunity to ask questions about the budget and other City services. Over 600 interested citizens attended one of the forums.
“I’d like to thank everyone who came out to the Community Budget Forums for taking an interest in our City and its future,” Mayor Suttle said. “Public input is very important in the budgeting process which is why this budgeting cycle alone we have hosted eleven public meetings across the community.” In April, the Mayor’s Office hosted a series of seven Community Budget Forums to gather input about citizens’ priorities.
Mayor Suttle answers questions at South High School on August 2, 2010.
For those who were unable to attend one of the budget forums, all the information presented is available below.
Full presentation (PDF version)
Handouts:
Omaha Fire and Rescue Department
Parks, Recreation & Public Property
Proposed Police Contract Summary
This information is also posted on the City of Omaha’s main website.
