Budget shortfall threatens public engagement

AIRWAY HEIGHTS – City leaders are dealing with a $23,000 tax revenue gap that could impact public safety initiatives and community outreach efforts. During last Monday’s city council meeting on Nov. 25, the city council discussed potential ways to avoid cutting certain city programs.

City Manager Albert Tripp said he was concerned the gap might lead to potential cuts to engagement programs, which he said are critical to maintaining the city’s investments in community engagement.

“We’ve effectively eliminated city engagement, which is something I’m concerned about,” he said. “I’m worried it’ll...