(1)The Presbyterians and (2) the City Budget Cycle has started

(1)    Worshipping with the Presbyterians last Sunday was enjoyable.  They are a delightful group who love their church, faith, and fellowship.

At the beginning of the Service, Minister Carl said to his congregation, "I have one of the strangest requests."

He was right, it was a different type of request, but it worked.  

Joy was abundant -- a sweet spirit abound as a new member joined the church. 

The liturgy and sermon were meaningful. 

It was an inspiring morning worshipping with the Presbyterians.

(2)  Monday evening was the first session of preparing the Budget for next year.  There will be a session each Monday for the next two Mondays.  It may take a 4th.

All the Aldermen and the City Manager were present.  Dan Nixon distributed the figures from last year and superbly answered questions.  The Chief of Police presented his budget.  

After the first Budget meeting, there are a few things you need to know:

(1)  the village is doing well financially.  Construction has hurt business, but the city is holding its own.

(2)  the budget may increase for FY15 because Salado is growing as well as the price of doing business is increasing.

(3)  there are some issues that must be addressed soon (i.e. road repair and hiring a City Manager)

(4)  as the construction completes and new businesses open, next year should be a good year

The meeting was positive and the belief is that our brightest days are ahead.   However, all know that we have to be wise with our decisions and prudent with the tax payer's money.

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