MARSHFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – The Marshfield Common Council will review one budget resolution at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, March 25, at 6:00 PM at City Hall. (See budget resolutions from the previous meeting here.)
On Tuesday, March 25, the Marshfield Common Council will consider Budget Resolution No. 11-2025, which proposes a $7,000 increase to the 2025 budget for the 205 Fund (Economic Development). The additional funding would support an economic development organizational structure analysis conducted by Redevelopment Resources.
The proposal was accepted by the Council on March 11 and will evaluate the City’s current structure for handling economic development matters. According to a memo from City Administrator Steve Barg, “The City has experienced considerable changes in how economic development matters are handled over the past couple of years,” and the project “will include an evaluation of our current structure and provide recommendations regarding our organizational structure and overall economic development approach.”
Barg noted the analysis is “especially timely given that we are about to embark on a strategic planning process this summer.”
If approved, the resolution would authorize the use of $7,000 from the 205 Fund to cover the full cost of the analysis as outlined in the proposal.
City staff recommends approval of the resolution.
For more information, visit ci.marshfield.wi.us.
A budget resolution is an official action taken by a governing body, such as a city council or legislative committee, to adjust, allocate, or reallocate funds within an approved budget. It does not create new revenue or change tax rates but instead authorizes changes to spending allocations within the existing financial framework.
Common Reasons for a Budget Resolution
- Reallocating Unspent Funds – If funds from a previous year or category remain unused, a budget resolution may transfer them to where they are needed.
- Adjusting for Unexpected Expenses – If costs arise that were not planned for in the initial budget, a resolution can authorize additional spending.
- Shifting Funds Between Departments – If one department needs more resources while another has surplus funds, a budget resolution can redistribute money accordingly.
- Ensuring Compliance – Some budget changes are necessary to align with financial rules, contracts, or external funding requirements.
How the Process Works
- Proposal: A department head or city official identifies a need and submits a resolution request.
- Review: The resolution is reviewed by a finance committee or administrator for feasibility.
- Council/Committee Vote: The resolution is presented to the appropriate governing body (e.g., city council), which votes to approve or deny the request.
- Implementation: If approved, the budget is adjusted, and funds are reallocated accordingly.
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