Killeen's Budget Rolls On

Here we are, ready to head into August. The City Council is reviewing the City Manager's proposed budget and considering what is in and what is out for next year. Two public hearings have been scheduled during City Council meetings. Now, if people will just show up at the hearings and let the Council know what is important to them. Too often, citizens let these opportunities pass because they do not want to give up an evening to go to a Council Meeting or because they do not want to speak out publicly.

That is fine. If you do not want to go, write or call your Council member. Our Mayor can be seen out and about around town and at numerous events. Many Council members are members of local civic organizations. Stop them and let them know what matters to you, or jot it down on a piece of paper and hand it to them if you are uncomfortable talking to them. You can always email them; their email addresses are listed at http://www.ci.killeen.tx.us/CityOfficials/CityCouncil/citycouncil.html.