08/28/2026
Friday in The Flock
A message from your mayor 8/28/2026. Friday in the Flock – 8/28/2026
Good afternoon & Happy Friday, everyone! I hope all of you have had a wonderful week.
It’s hard to believe that we are about to wrap up the month of August. Fall—my favorite time of year—is right around the corner, and I cannot wait. Cooler, crisp temperatures. Colorful leaves. And that soothing, hypnotic rustle of the leaves when the wind blows. I can almost feel the stress just melt away… (almost). 🍂
Budgeting season begins shortly as well. Soon, you’ll start seeing notices for budget subcommittee meetings pop up as we look ahead to the 2027 budget year.
We typically adopt the upcoming year’s budget at our November Council Meeting, which means the results of the proposed 1% sales tax increase will not be known until we’ve already put the finishing touches on next year’s budget.
While the construction costs for our new buildings will be paid off, our operational and insurance costs will continue to increase. Fuel costs remain a significant concern as prices remain high, and we are also a year overdue to rotate out three of our oldest police units.
This will likely be one of the toughest budget years we’ve faced in a long time, but I have tremendous faith in our department heads and City Council to put together and adopt a successful plan to serve our community and support our staff.
I don’t want the budget discussion to seem like a sour note, so let me be clear when I say that I am very excited about the year(s) ahead.
From planned road improvements and more community engagement events, to increased training and a new building, there is a lot to look forward to.
The future is bright in The Flock. 🐦
As always, I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and I invite you to reach out anytime.
— Mayor V🐦
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