January 22, 2026 Eden City Council Budget Retreat

January 22, 2026 Eden City Council Budget RetreatAGENDAWelcome and Opening RemarksUpdates on Progress from FY 25-26 - What was accomplished in current fiscal year, etc.Review of the Budget Process - The anticipated timeline for budget ordinance adoption, conditions facing other localities, revenue distribution, etc.BREAKStrategic Planning - 2020-2025 Milestones & 2025 - 2030 Strategic Planning processLUNCH - Continuation of strategic planningService Level Changes and/or Special Projects - Council to review possible increase in various types of municipal services and/or special projectsCapital Projects - review of Capital Improvement Program and delivery of capital projects in upcoming fiscal yearBREAKClosed Session - NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) - LegalBREAKBudget Instructions and Direction - Council to instruct staff to prepare a budget, guidance on tax rate, etcWrap-up