City of Leawood
Determine the needed mill levy to support services. Review needs vs “nice to have” in context of our incredible place to Live, Work and Play.Incorporate the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) into fiscal planning activities to further align budgeting activities.Maintain AAA (Triple A) Bond Rating.Gather data on the balance between specialized taxes (sales and storm water tax) and objective assessments of need and incorporate this info into the budget process.Investigate the need for property tax relief.Change the budget timeline to enhance early council input into overall budget decisions prior to budget adoption.Incorporate into budget planning information about the long-term implications of investment decisions.Establish a program review processes for revenue generating services to ensure efficiency of operations in relation to service and contribution to city resources that includes a policy review (including fee setting), data on use, duplication with other government offerings
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Change the budget timeline to enhance early council input into overall budget decisions prior to budget adoption.
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Short Term