There will be a City of Manhattan’s Budget Open House — a free, come-and-go event where you can explore the City’s budget and see the people and equipment that keep the community running. City officials announced that they will offer two locations and times:· 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 16 — Douglass Activity Center, 925 Yuma Street· 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 21 — Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2850 Kirkwood Drive.
Each City department will have its own #MHKBudgetOpenHouse station with displays, handouts, and department directors available to answer your questions.A central station will explain the budget in detail, including how your property tax dollar is divided and how home valuation affects taxes. If you wish to provide your address, staff can produce a detailed breakdown of your tax bill.
Outside, enjoy a #TouchATruck display with fire trucks, Public Works equipment, and more! No registration is needed.