FY 2025-26 City Budget

Expressed concern over proposed budget cuts affecting animal shelter enrichment and advocacy staff positions.

Expressed disappointment that Alta Canyon Sports Center does not offer a disability membership or waive fees for her swim assistant.

Noted that he did not see specific tax rates listed in the proposed budget resolutions.

Voiced support for investing in infrastructure maintenance now to prevent costly water main breaks and emergency repairs.

Questioned why water rates weren't raised immediately to build up reserves and asked about the plans for taxing the dissolving Alta Canyon Recreation District.

Expressed dissatisfaction regarding ongoing council issues and asked council members to reach out to resolve them.

Criticized mayoral and administrative spending, arguing for tighter budget controls and more detailed department breakdowns.

Mr. Van Maren commented on the elimination of city positions and pointed out a typo in the budget document.