Budget Stabilization Plan

We are a city government that is primarily funded by taxpayer dollars and must be clear that we are not a fortune 500 company. Therefore, if our community struggles, then we too should struggle. Budgets need to be based on goals and available revenues, with focus on essential services first. Nonessentials will be re-evaluated to look for possible ways to provide relief to taxpayers.

My Budget Stabilization plan will establish short and long term objectives in an effective and efficient manner. Briefly, the plan will be composed of:

Lamarand will look to cut city expenses, starting in the Mayor’s office

Start at the top…  And we did!

  • Lamarand will not take a mileage reimbursement.  As promised, no mileage reimbursement claims.
  • Lamarand will eliminate overpaid, under qualified, and unnecessary administrative appointees.  I did, and more.  Administrative costs have been cut by close to $1.5 million.
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  • Lamarand will hire qualified professionals.  I did.  They are educated and energetic individuals who serve this community well.
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  • Lamarand will re-assess the necessity of city-assigned vehicles.  The vehicle fleet is extensive and reducing it is still an ongoing process.  Be assured, no city vehicles are assigned to any employee for personal use. 
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I have put spending in the proper perspective by always trying to determine:
  • positive impact on the maximum number of citizens
  • Necessity v. want
  • Tax purpose v. tax relief

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