Making Local Budgets Matter: Engaging Residents in the Process

Bridging the Gap Between Residents and Local Government

Residents want a say in how their tax dollars are spent—but many feel left out of the budgeting process. This disconnect can lead to mistrust, disengagement, and inefficiencies. Local governments must rethink how they approach budgeting, ensuring transparency and meaningful public participation.

Our latest whitepaper, Making Local Budgets Matter: Engaging Residents in the Process, explores how governments can build trust, integrate resident priorities, and create budgets that truly serve their communities.

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What’s Inside:

Key findings from over 200 high-performing jurisdictions

Key findings from over 200 high-performing jurisdictions

A comparative analysis of 2023 and 2025 budgeting trends

A comparative analysis of 2023 and 2025 budgeting trends

Insights on the biggest challenges and strengths in current budget practices

Insights on the biggest challenges and strengths in current budget practices

A baseline for GFOA’s Rethinking Budgeting initiative

A baseline for GFOA’s Rethinking Budgeting initiative

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