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2026 Strategic Priorities <br />Net Zero Budget Simulation: Structural Deficit Correction <br />Finance is actively modeling a net zero budget to align ongoing costs with regular revenues. This aids in <br />identification of inefficiencies, prioritize essential services, and supports long-term financial balance. <br />Sustainable Personnel Cost Management: 70%+ of Revenue to Staffing <br />Personnel costs will now exceed 70% of available revenue in the General Fund, limiting flexibility. We must manage <br />growth carefully, assess staffing models, and explore efficiencies to align labor costs with strategic and financial <br />goals. <br />Strategic Space Utilization: Aging Infrastructure, No Replacement Savings <br />Many facilities are beyond their intended lifespan, with no clear path for replacement. It is essential to optimize <br />existing space through improved allocation, consolidation, and reconfiguration to meet operational demands. The <br />County must prioritize active pursuit and analysis of divestiture, consolidation, and replacement planning. <br />Maximize Dedicated Reserves: Address Current Pressures, Share Burden <br />Strategic use of reserves gives us flexibility to respond to immediate challenges while spreading the financial <br />impact. Targeted deployment helps maintain stability and supports key transitions without overburdening annual <br />budgets.