I am pleased to submit for your consideration my recommended FY 2006-07 Proposed Resource Allocation and Multi-Year Capital Plan, as prescribed by the Home Rule Charter and State Law. During this budget cycle, we have again enjoyed a very high level of input from each of our elected officials through the Commission Committee review process, as well as numerous one-on-one meetings. This year, in addition to the Mayor’s Budget Message submitted in March, Chairman Martinez issued a budget message in February and the Board adopted its budget policies and priorities, pursuant to Ordinance 02-128, at its April 27, 2006 meeting. The Commission Auditor, my immediate staff, the Department Directors, and members of our community have been involved to provide us information to create a balanced plan to allocate resources consistent with the priorities and concerns of our community.

George M. Burgess
County Manager