zencity

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

When it comes to creating a city or county budget , there are many ways to move forward: whether it’s taking the previous year’s budget and adapting it as necessary, or throwing it all away and starting with a blank slate. There’s no “right” choice when it comes to budget type—only what’s best for your jurisdiction.

Community Engagement 52

Community Engagement Budgeting Engagement Local Government 52

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

But Earp, city manager for Hutto, Texas, and a recipient of this year’s American City & County Exemplary Public Service award , believes the winding road to his current role is evidence that he’s where he’s supposed to be. Earp attends a Block Party Bash in Hutto, where he’s served as city manager since 2022.

City Manager 52

City Manager Leadership Budgeting Voting 52

Barrett & Greene

MAY 8, 2023

In historically disenfranchised communities, trust in government is low and there needs to be an emphasis on empowered decision making. Improving community trust would require applying these practices: ​ intention listening for understanding commitment. ​ But then came the critical question: How?

Government 52

Government Public Safety Communications Engagement 52