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BUDGET MESSAGE FOR FY2021-2022

Summary

The FY2021-2022 Adopted Budget totals $53,194,549 which includes $20,753,512 in
capital projects and equipment. The budget this year continues to focus on sustainability
in order to continue our program of services and to improve on the quality of life in our
City.

The City’s tradition of sound fiscal management has served the City well, especially
through the global pandemic. We remain committed to having a City budget that spends
within its means while we together serve, enhance, and transform our community. We
are constantly looking for operational efficiencies to reduce costs within our spending
plan. We recognize the need to balance service demands to maintain a sustainable
operational and financial position that adheres to our strategic priorities and protects the
City’s fiscal health, while preserving those things that make Watauga “A Great Place to
Live”.

I would like to thank City Council for their commitment to the Community and look forward
to working with the Council throughout the budget adoption process. In addition, I wish to
thank all the staff members who contributed their time and efforts in the development of
this document.

Respectfully Submitted,

Andrea Gardner, City Manager

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