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The Special Fiscal Committee of the Common Council was created by the Council President in February 2025 with the following purposes:
- Work closely with the Controller to:
- Create a timeline and activity framework for the yearly budgeting calendar
- Track progress of the yearly budget and report back to the whole council.
- Track fund balances (esp. TIF, CRED, Bonds, etc.)
- Recommend scheduling of specific budget related discussions, presentations, and education for the full council.
- Be responsible for supporting Council Staff with the 2026 Council Budget and presentation of that budget.
- Continue the work started by the Ad-Hoc Salary Committee to fine-tune the Elected Salary Framework. The Special Fiscal Committee will be responsible for bringing forward the Elected Salary Ordinance for FY 2026.
- Explore and recommend improvements to the budgeting process.