Westurland on city finances
question:
If city revenues decline, how should the city balance its budget? Would you cut services? If so, which ones? Would you raise taxes, fees or charges? If so, which ones?
answer:
Like most families, when you are short on money you must tighten your belts. I support cuts in the budget and consider more efficiencies to balance our budget. We must first look at cutting programs outside of our core services like public safety and street maintenance. I am not a supporter of raising taxes and would only consider fee increases for service when there is true competition and our fee structure is similar to other cities of our size. Expanding our tax base with more businesses and jobs are the best way to increase revenues.
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