Novato Seeks Public Input On Budget Priorities Amid Shortfall

NOVATO, CA — If you live in Novato and think you have some constructive input to offer on how to overcome a $2.1 million budget shortfall, city officials want to hear from.

The city earlier week issued a survey seeking the public’s feedback on priorities it hopes will help guide officials confronting tough challenges.

Facing a $5.7 million deficit in September, city officials approved over $3.5 million in budget cuts, including reductions to both services to the community and staffing levels.

“With the social and economic impacts of COVID-19 on our community, your feedback on this year’s budget is more important than ever,” city officials said in a statement announcing the survey.

“You can help guide the City’s budget process by prioritizing the City service areas that are most important to you.”

To participate in the survey visit here.

For more information on the City’s budget process, upcoming budget workshops and meetings, and previous budgets visit here.