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Home My WebLink AboutPRESENTATIONS Town Board Budget Study Session #1 2025-09-182026 Proposed Budget 2026 Budget Overview Revenue: $85,478,590 Expenses: $88,445,264 Fund Balance Used for Capital: $2,966,674 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Key Takeaways Proposed budget is structurally balanced Conservative revenue projections for 2026 (flat sales tax) Proposed expenditures do not exceed revenues and available fund balance Ongoing expenditures do not exceed ongoing revenues in General Fund Meets the General Fund targeted fund balance (25%) Implements the Strategic Plan Connections highlighted in Department presentations Structural Balance Budget Guiding Principle One-time funding should only be used for one-time expenses, not for ongoing expenses Fund balance is considered one-time money Consider General Fund and Community Reinvestment Fund together CRF gets majority of revenue as a transfer from the General Fund Transfer varies depending on budgeted expenditures in CRF and additions to capital reserve (CRF Fund Balance) $1,500,000 added to budgeted reserve in CRF in 2026 for Police Facility Structural Balance (continued) Combined General Fund and Community Reinvestment Fund Ongoing Revenues: $25,258,042 Ongoing Expenditures: $25,225,883 Net Ongoing Revenues (Deficit): $32,159 Net ongoing revenues are projected to be positive at 12/31/2026. Connection to Strategic Plan “Strategic Plan Resourced” Slide Details: Decision Packages that have been included in the proposed budget (including Strategic Objectives from 2026 Provisional Strategic Plan) “Strategic Outcomes” Slide Details: Strategic Objectives from the 2026 Provisional Strategic Plan resourced within the base budget Strategic Objectives not funded in the proposed budget Details about Decision Packages not included in the proposed budget and not tied to a Strategic Objective can be found in the Decision Packages Document. Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Example 1 $24,000 Infrastructure Example 2 $6,000 Outstanding Guest Services Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) Develop a digital accessibility transition plan as required by state law. (Outstanding Community Services: 7.B.1) 2) Implement 2024 Organizational Culture Action Plan. (Governmental Services and Internal Support: 1.A.1) Strategic Outcomes Continued 1) Not Resourced 1) None Decision Packages Used to request funds for new projects, programs, and staffing above and beyond the base budget 48 Decision Packages considered for 2026 proposed budget 23 included (21 one-time and 2 ongoing) 25 not included (17 one-time and 8 ongoing) Summary and details found in Decision Packages Document 2026 Budget Process Budget development takes place over 7-8 months March/April: Town Board Strategic Plan Sessions May: CIP project development begins June: Departments complete budget requests July/August: Executive Leadership Team reviews budget requests September: Town Administrator’s Recommended Budget finalized September/October: Town Board Budget Study Sessions October 15: Town Administrator’s Recommended Budget due to Town Board (statutory deadline) October 28: First public hearing on the proposed budget November 12: Second public hearing and consideration of resolution of approval 2026 Budget Process (continued) Budget development takes place over 7-8 months December 15: Deadline to certify property tax levy to County Commissioners January 31, 2026: Deadline to submit adopted budget to the State January/February 2026: Distribute digital and physical budget documents 2026 Sales Tax Allocation General Fund (4 cent per $1) 93% of total General Fund revenues in 2026 1A Sales Tax Funds (1 cent per $1 – expires June 2034) Fund 240 (Wildfire Mitigation EVFPD): 9% Fund 244 (Trails Sales Tax Extension): 12.5% Fund 260 (Streets Improvement Fund): 46% Fund 265 (Stormwater Fund): 28% Fund 502 (Power and Communications Fund): 4.5% 2026 Sales Tax Projection Projected sales tax revenues are even with 2025 budget projections (equal to the actual collections for 2023). 2023 Actuals: $18,284,538 2024 Actuals: $17,714,393 2025 Budget: $18,284,538 2026 Budget: $18,284,538 While July 2025 sales tax revenues were 0.47% higher than budget, year-to-date sales tax collections are down 1.39% compared to budget. The 2026 sales tax projection is conservative. 2026 Reserves and Restrictions Policy 660 (Fund Balance) creates operating reserves The proposed budget meets all requirements of Policy 660 Discretionary Equipment Replacement Reserves Power and Communications Fund: $ 1,733,778 Water Fund: $ 967,420 Vehicle Replacement Fund: $2,266,091 The Town also holds Board-designated reserves for other purposes like parking garage maintenance and workforce housing. 2026 Reserves Fund/Reserve Name Beginning Balance Additions (Subtractions)Ending Balance 101- Parking Garage Maintenance $81,000 $26,000 $107,000 101- Childcare $10,159 $10,159 101- Workforce Housing $417,185 $417,185 101 – Restricted Donations $255,774 $255,774 101- Nonspendable Prepaids $15,390 $15,390 101- Museum Donation $90,679 $90,679 2026 Reserves (continued) Fund/Reserve Name Beginning Balance Additions (Subtractions)Ending Balance 101- Police Facility $0 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 101 & 204 - Policy 660 $9,068,409 ($2,504,730) $6,563,679 502- Equipment $844,397 $123,023 $967,420 502- Policy 660 (25%) $1,663,612 $53,851 $1,717,463 503- Equipment $1,365,191 $368,587 $1,733,778 503- Policy 660 (25%) $5,591,368 ($146,145) $5,445,223 2026 Proposed FTE Changes Addition of .5 FTE for seasonal Parking & Transit Assistant Funding from Parking Service Fund (256) Anticipate 1,000 payable hours during 25-week span 2026 Transfers Between Funds 2026 Transfers In (Revenue) 2026 Transfers Out (Expense) Amount General Fund Power & Communications $1,350,000 General Fund Water $120,000 Community Reinvestment Fund General Fund $3,084,233 Facility Internal Service Fund General Fund $336,073 Power & Communications General Fund Transfer History Year Transfer from Power & Communications to General Fund 2026 (Proposed) $1,350,000 2025 (Budget) $1,350,000 2024 $1,384,152 2023 $1,354,934 2022 $1,488,000 2021 $1,670,028 2020 $1,720,029 2019 $1,772,928 2018 $1,731,228 2026 Budget Overview Revenue: $85,478,590 Expenses: $88,445,264 Fund Balance Used for Capital: $2,966,674 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Capital Improvement Plan Strategy for 2026 – 2030 Projects Total Budget $3,518,600 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Long-range project planning •A Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a long-range planning tool that identifies and prioritizes significant, necessary projects across the organization •Projects are prioritized based on their need given current circumstances, as well as financial feasibility •As with any planning document, the CIP remains flexible as project details can change over time Annual Budgeting and the CIP Unlike the annual budget, the CIP does not authorize Town operations or spending. It simply informs the budget process. The annual budget has the power of law. Annual funding for CIP: The General Fund contribution to any CIP project is limited by the General Fund’s minimum reserve requirement 2026 CIP Expenditures Proposed Project Expense Strategic Outcome Arena Surefoot 10 Sand Footing (204)$165,000 Infrastructure Barn Stall Mats (204) $77,000 Infrastructure Police Department Facility – Design (204)$300,000 Exceptional Guest Services Stormwater Local Drainage (265) $250,000 Infrastructure Community Drive North Trail (246) $760,000 Transportation 2026 CIP Expenditures (continued) Proposed Project Expense Strategic Outcome Overlay Program 2026 (260) $1,175,000 Transportation Parking Lot Rehabilitation 2026 (260)$120,000 Transportation Trail Reconstruction US 34 & Hwy 7 Phase 2 (220)$600,000 Transportation Acacia Drive Line Rebuild (502) $37,600 Infrastructure Concord Lane Line Rebuild (502) $34,000 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan 2026-2030 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Compensation and Benefits We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. 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Compensation Conducted the annual compensation survey – completed by Graves Consulting LLC Town uses market-based job evaluation method (Revised 2022) 5 market pay families: Labor Trade (LT), Lineworker, Management (MGMT), Technical Professional (TP) and Public Safety (PS) Market range increases Lineworker – 4%, LT – 2%, MGMT – 2%, TP – 3%, and PS – 4% Recommend moving ranges and providing a market adjustment equal to the market shift Propose a 2% Merit Pool to move Employees through the pay range Benefits Staff works closely with Brown & Brown to review all benefits for the Town Moved to an unbundled partially self-insured medical plan in 2017 – UMR Maintains Stop Loss coverage Costs beyond $60,000 Budgeted 5% increase for medical insurance No proposed changes to benefit coverages No changes to spousal coverage: Spouses are eligible when they have no access to other employer coverage Benefits (Continued) UMR/ Reinsurance to be determined (Medical) – 5% budgeted Standard (Dental) – 10% budgeted VSP (Vision) – 10% budgeted Lincoln Life (Life & AD&D) – Nominal change Mines and Associates (Employee Assistance Plan) – No change MASA (Air & Ground) – No change Teladoc – No change Workers’ Compensation – 10% budgeted Retirement – PERA & Mission Square Employer contribution increasing from 14.81% to 15.80% Other Benefits •Home Ownership Program •FSA – Dependent Care Match •Post Employment Medical – Qualifying Employees •Lincoln Life (Life & AD&D) – Nominal change •Wellness – Annual Events Compensation and Benefits 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Legislative General Fund 101-1100 Total Budget $359,305 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Policy Direction Strategic Planning Legislative Body for Municipal Code Legislative and Quasi-Judicial Body for Development Code Liquor License Authority Budget Approval Strategic Plan Resourced None included $124,324 $276,686 $145,737 $192,310 $201,055 $213,567 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $359,304 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $359,304 $316,634 $477,741 $17,661 $14,000 $14,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $14,000 Platte River Power Authority Economic Development $14,000$14,000 $17,661 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Legislative General Fund 101-1100 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Judicial General Fund 101-1200 Total Budget $32,148 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Provide fair and impartial application of Town codes Manage and review sentencing of offenders Assist with certification of municipal elections Provide swearing-in of Town elected officials Strategic Plan Resourced None included $25,559 $35,102 $32,148 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $32,148 Operations and Maintenance $35,102 $32,148 $25,559 $1,850 $2,000 $2,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $2,000 Court Fines $1,850 $2,000$2,000 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Judicial General Fund 101-1200 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Town Clerk General Fund 101-1400 Total Budget $369,089 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Maintain official documents and records including minutes Laserfiche and Recording Process Improvement and Laserfiche Workflow Legal publications Business, vacation home, and liquor licensing Board of Trustees administrative support Elections Municipal Court administration Notary services Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Document Management (Digitize Community Development Records) $30,000 Governmental Services and Internal Support $190,471 $295,278 $158,349 $224,164 $188,651 $210,740 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $369,089 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $414,635 $483,929 $369,089 $71,527 $65,000 $65,000 $288,135 $260,800 $262,200 $90 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $327,200 Liquor Licenses Business Licenses Other $325,800 $327,200 $359,752 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) Require term limits on all Town-appointed Boards. (Government Services and Internal Support: 4.A.1) 2) Evaluate the use of Laserfiche for policy management. (Government Services and Internal Support: 7.B.2) 3) Continue evaluation of permanent Financial records for digitization. (Government Services and Internal Support: 7.C.2) Strategic Outcomes (Continued) 1) Not Resourced 1) None Town Clerk General Fund 101-1400 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Human Resources General Fund 101-1800 Total Budget $441,984 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Compensation and Benefit Administration Employee Hiring and Retention Employee Recognition and Events Home Ownership Program Dependent Care Assistance Program Post Employee Benefits Wellness Strategic Plan Resourced None included $22,200 $66,200 $29,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $29,000 Other $29,000 $22,200 $66,200 $157,961 $405,012 $351,823$70,732 $86,070 $90,161 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $441,984 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $441,984 $228,693 $491,082 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) Complete the organizational culture action plan objective to revise the organizational culture survey and implement survey in the 4th quarter of 2026. (Government Services and Internal Support: 1.A.1) 2) Streamline and automate recruitment and onboarding process through new HRIS system. (Government Services and Internal Support: 7.B.1) Strategic Outcomes (Continued) 1) Not Resourced 1) None Human Resources General Fund 101-1800 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Town Administrator’s Office General Fund 101-1300 Total Budget $485,246 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Implement Town Board goals and strategic plan Provide oversight and ensure efficient operations of Town departments Responsible for the administration and enforcement of Town ordinances Responsible for presenting the annual budget to the Town Board Public Information Responsible for oversight of the Town’s housing and childcare functions. Provide support for the Town Board Strategic Plan Resourced •None included $146,331 $300,794 $174,670 $305,382 $294,737 $310,576 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $485,246 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $595,531 $485,246$451,713 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) Complete work on the follow-up recommendations from the Senior Needs Assessment completed in 2025. (Exceptional Community Services: 2.A.1) 2) Explore options to improve website experience and navigation. (10.A.1) 3) Utilize County resources as available to begin work on development of a Climate Action Plan. (Public Safety, Health, and Environment: 2.E.1) Strategic Outcomes (continued) 1) Resourced within base budget 4) Identify opportunities to support eclectic mix of business, including smaller “mom and pop” shops. (Robust Economy: 2.1) 5) Evaluate expansion of Town Hall hours (7-6) through schedule changes aligning with customer and business needs. (Robust Economy: 2.B.1) Strategic Outcomes (continued - 2) 1) Resourced within base budget 7) Evaluate actions to ensure that the availability of local businesses is considered when scheduling Town meetings. (Robust Economy: 2.B.2) 8) Evaluate how the municipal code treats motorized/electrified scooters, golf carts, e-bikes, and other low-speed vehicles. (Transportation: 1.1) Town Administrator’s Office General Fund 101-1300 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Town Attorney General Fund 101-1190 Total Budget $525,982 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Town Attorney provides legal services to the Board of Trustees Reviews and assists with Resolution and Ordinance preparation Provides legal advice to Town departments as needed Strategic Plan Resourced None included $51,999 $153,732 $199,746 $322,899 $300,356 $326,236 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $525,982 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $525,982 $374,898 $454,088 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Town Attorney General Fund 101-1190 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Finance General Fund 101-1500 Total Budget $801,116 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Serves as the “business center” of the organization Billing and collection for electric and water utility payments Accounts payables and accounts receivables Oversee financial aspects for grants Process payroll for the Town employees Obtain financing for Town projects Prepare the annual ACFR (audit) Prepare this annual budget Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system planning/implementation Strategic Plan Resourced None included $172,534 $278,085 $200,367 $557,620 $582,153 $600,749 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $801,116 Operations and Maintenance Personnel $801,116 $729,974 $860,238 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) Ensure that all employees who will use the Enterprise Resource Planning system receive sufficient training. (Governmental Services and Internal Support: 1.2) 2) Work with Town Departments to revise the Town’s Purchasing Policies by defining roles, evaluating threshold approvals, aligning with current regulatory requirements, and incorporating procurement best practices. (Town Financial Health: 1.A.1) 3) Work with key staff members to revise the Town’s Grant Policy that creates a framework for grant applications, evaluation, approval, and reporting. (Town Financial Health: 1.A.2) Strategic Outcomes Continued 1) Not Resourced 1) None General Fund 101-1500 2026 Proposed Budget Finance 2026 Proposed Budget Fund 204 Total Budget $3,144,233 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Community Reinvestment Scope of Services The Community Reinvestment Fund provides funds for specifically targeted capital projects. Primarily funded by transfers from the General Fund and periodically supplemented by grants. Past projects include Events Complex debt service Transit Facility Parking Structure debt service Estes Park Museum improvements Downtown wayfinding signage project Cleave Street improvements project And many more Strategic Plan Resourced None included $4,356,515 $2,906,697 $3,084,233 $182,033 $60,000 $60,000 $573,679 $1,980,747 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $3,144,233 Transfers In Interest Income Grants $3,144,233 $5,112,228 $4,947,444 $182,475 $356,556 $1,850,000$2,909,337 $6,738,565 $2,222,000 $918,817 $918,895 $922,233 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $3,144,233 Operations and Maintenance Transfers Capital Debt Service $3,144,233$4,010,629 $9,864,016 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Fund 204 2026 Proposed Budget Community Reinvestment 2026 Proposed Budget Fund 240 Total Budget $411,401 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. 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Wildfire Mitigation Partner: Estes Valley Fire Protection District Scope of Services Accumulation of the voter-approved 1% sales tax dedicated to community wildfire mitigation This sales tax started July, 2024 and sunsets June, 2034 Wildfire mitigation program is managed by the Estes Valley Fire Protection District Monthly remittance of the 1% sales tax revenues to the Fire District Strategic Plan Resourced None included $234,914 $411,401 $411,401 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $411,401 Sales Tax $411,401 $234,914 $411,401 $234,914 $411,401 $411,401 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $411,401 Operations and Maintenance $411,401 $234,914 $411,401 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Fund 240 2026 Proposed Budget Wildfire Mitigation Partner: Estes Valley Fire Protection District Wildfire Mitigation Partner: Estes Valley Fire Protection District 2026 Proposed Budget Internal Service Fund 635-3500 Total Budget $239,088 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. 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Vehicle Replacement Scope of Services The mechanism to accumulate funding for a systematic replacement of Town-wide vehicles and equipment Approximately 90 units included in the replacement fund Utilities Department vehicles and equipment are managed by a separate, similar fund within the Utilities Fund Replacements generally cost $20,000 to $85,000 Strategic Plan Resourced •None included $637,763 $708,473 $708,473 $96,000 $90,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $798,473 Transfers for Future Purchases Interest Income $89,048 $798,473 $726,811 $804,473 $663,436 $1,250,371 $239,088 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $239,088 Capital $239,088 $663,436 $1,250,371 Strategic Outcomes Resourced within base budget Scheduled Replacements Expense Strategic Outcome Police – two 2018 Interceptors (G149&G150)$170,000 Public Safety, Health & Environment Public Works/Parks – two 4-wheel Utility Carts (G138&G55B)$46,746 Exceptional Guest Services Public Works/Parking – Chevy Spark (G212)$22,342 Exceptional Guest Services *Power &Communications – 2016 Chevy Colorado (93334C) $65,000 *Utility fund expense; not reflected in Fund 635-3500 Utility Infrastructure Strategic Outcomes 1) Not Resourced 1) None Vehicle Replacement Internal Service Fund 635-3500 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Fleet Maintenance Internal Service Fund 612 Total Budget $1,015,449 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. 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Scope of Services Maintain and repair all Town-owned vehicles and equipment Estes Valley Fire Protection District Intergovernmental Agreement to monitor, repair and maintain all vehicles, equipment and apparatus 2026 cost allocation = 350 hours at $63,329 Fleet Acquisition Support specifications for new vehicle/equipment purchases, procurement and funding strategy Billing and Records Maintenance records, asset inventory, fuel cards/billing, vehicle licensing Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Town-wide Fleet Telematics $25,920 Governmental Services and Internal Support Fleet Radio Replacements (from Fleet Fund balance)$15,200 Public Safety, Health & Environment $725,673 $953,153 $962,267 $36,000 $28,182 $28,861 $25,000 $25,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $1,015,449 Charges for Service Grants Use of Fleet Fund Balance Interest Income $1,015,449 $756,808 $1,014,153 $122,070 $241,331 $209,056 $601,326 $727,491 $806,393 $6,292 $16,292 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $1,015,449 Operations and Maintenance Personnel Capital $1,015,449 $729,688 $985,114 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Fleet Maintenance Internal Service Fund 612 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Facilities Internal Service Fund 650 Total Budget $1,772,602 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. 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Scope of Services Provide management services for over 96 Town-owned facilities Capital Project planning and implementation Fire and life safety prevention and protection ADA compliance (facilities only) Heating, ventilation and air conditioning Utilities and elevator maintenance Janitorial contracts and oversight (scheduled and emergency) Downtown public restroom cleaning, repairs, capital projects Public trash and recycling moves to Parks fund in 2026 Decommissioned landfill monitoring Scope of Services Project Management Provides capital related project management Shifted from Public Works to Internal Services in 2025 Funding: .80 = Facilities; .10 = Parking; .10 = Transit Grant Specialist Provides grant management and financial functions – grant search, writing, application, and grant management support Supported $5.2 million in grant awards in 2025 Shifted from Public Works to Internal Services in 2025 Funding: .35 = Open Space; .35 = Trails Expansion Fund; .30 = Engineering Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Fire & Life Safety Maintenance & Upgrades $50,000 Public Safety, Health & Environment New Police Facility Design & Survey $300,000 Public Safety, Health & Environment Governmental Services and Internal Support Visitor Center – New Main Lobby Carpeting $15,000 Outstanding Guest Services Visitor Center – Public Restroom Door Replacements $15,000 Outstanding Guest Services $1,683,377 $1,726,962 $232,557 $336,073 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $2,063,035 Charges for Service Transfer $2,063,035$1,915,934 $1,396,024 $1,264,011 $455,735 $476,591 $54,608 $32,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $1,772,602 Operations and Maintenance Personnel Capital $1,772,602$1,906,367 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Facilities Internal Service Fund 650 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Information Technology Internal Service Fund 625 Total Budget $1,262,110 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Network and systems administration Technical support Security Cybersecurity Facilities (cameras and systems) Application management Procurement Communication, collaboration and innovation Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Network Updates (Fund Balance) $8,000 Gov. Services/ Internal Support Security Updates (Fund Balance) $40,000 Public Safety, Health, and Environment Media Updates (Fund Balance) $5,000 Gov. Services/Internal Support Cameras, Access Control, Panic Button Upgrades (Fund Balance)$40,000 Gov. Services/Internal Support Phone System Replacement $50,000 Gov. Services/ Internal Support Board Room Upgrades (Fund Balance) $5,000 Gov. Services/ Internal Support $939,367 $1,164,233 $1,093,879 $30,000 $30,000 $21,500 $19,250 $20,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $1,143,879 Charges for Service Interest Income Other $1,143,879 $996,508 $1,213,483 $35,641 $466,293 $551,562 $446,603 $706,378 $725,672 $765,507 $48,679 $192,849 $50,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $1,262,110 Operations and Maintenance Personnel Capital $1,262,110$1,221,350 $1,470,083 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None Strategic Outcomes Continued 1) Not Resourced •None Information Technology Internal Services Fund - 625 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Risk Management Internal Services Fund 645 Total Budget $711,732 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Risk Management Fund Internal service fund created in 2019 Accumulates funds to cover: Property and liability coverages Unanticipated claims and deductibles Currently includes estimated Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA) renewal premiums, optional coverages, a small amount of funding for property added throughout the year, and $15,000 for claim deductibles. Strategic Plan Resourced None included $530,518 $675,192 $711,732 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $711,732 Revenues $20,817 $50,747 $41,732 $550,181 $623,000 $670,000 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $711,732 Personnel Operations and Maintenance $711,732 $570,998 $673,747 Strategic Outcomes 1) None included Risk Management Internal Services 645 2026 Proposed Budget 2026 Proposed Budget Police Operations, Communications, Records, Restorative Justice, Code Enforcement General Fund 101-2100, 2155, 2175, 2185 Total Budget $8,558,899 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Police Administration:101-2100 Chief of Police and Staff Department leadership, staffing, planning and coordination Customer service Employee recruitment, development and retention planning Emergency Management Coordinate and manage town response to disasters and crisis Coordinate with partner agencies Scope of Services Police Operations: 101-2100 Enforcement of local, state and federal laws 24/7 Patrol services Investigations School Resource Officer Community Service Officers Front desk volunteers Scope of Service Emergency Communications Center: 101-2155 Public Safety Answering Point Provides 24/7 communications for: Estes Park Police Department Estes Valley Fire Protection District Estes Park Health ambulance service Rocky Mountain National Park Town Municipal – Utilities/Parks/Street Glen Haven Fire Colorado State Patrol Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Colorado Parks and Wildlife Scope of Services Emergency Communications Center: 101-2155 (continued) “Everbridge” mass notifications Town FCC licensing and compliance Coordination of public safety initiatives Access Granted Prepared Live NoCo Alerts Language Accessibility (Reachwell) Keyword Messaging Scope of Services Records, Restorative Justice, Auxiliary: 101-2175 Records Maintains all criminal justice records (paper/digital/video) Crime data entry Routes charging documents to correct agencies Crime data reporting (National Incident-Based Reporting System) Archiving of all police records Release and redaction of criminal justice records Scope of Services Records, Restorative Justice, Auxiliary: 101-2175 (continued) Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership Serves the Estes Valley 40-60 community volunteers 8 different restorative programs Police Auxiliary 21 Volunteers Scope of Services Code Enforcement 101-2185: Enforce municipal code violations within town limits Includes Vacation Home Rental regulations Animal Control Strategic Plan Resourced Service Proposed Expense Strategic Outcome Radio Communications Needs $27,585 Infrastructure Vehicle Fleet Alignment $180,000 Governmental Services and Internal Support $119,358 $111,443 $112,533 $72,706 $77,050 $72,550 $34,589 $63,774 $13,450 $761 $1,000 $750 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $199,283 Charges for Service Fines & Misc Grants Permits $199,283 $227,414 $253,267 $1,315,409 $1,796,406 $1,825,447 $5,357,994 $6,393,021 $6,705,867 $25,000 $27,585 $80,706 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $8,558,899 Operations and Maintenance Personnel Capital Debt Service $8,558,899 $6,754,109 $8,214,427 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget 1) None 2) Not Resourced 1) None General Fund 101-2100, 2155, 2175, 2185 2026 Proposed Budget Police Operations, Communications, Records, Restorative Justice, Code Enforcement 2026 Proposed Budget Fund 236-3600 Total Budget $246,415 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Emergency Response Scope of Services 2.5% for capital acquisitions associated with emergency response capabilities of the Town. Sales tax expired June 2024 Strategic Plan Resourced None included $45,461 $6,117 $2,318 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Revenue = $0 Sales Tax Interest Income $0$51,578 $0 $246,415 $48,544 $46,836 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $246,415 Capital Debt Service $246,415$48,544 $46,836 Strategic Outcomes 1) Resourced within base budget None Strategic Outcomes Continued 1) Not Resourced 1) None Fund 236-3600 2026 Proposed Budget Emergency Response 2026 Proposed Budget Outside Entity Funding General Fund 101-1900 Total Budget $1,630,918 We are committed to providing equitable access to our services. If you need any assistance, please email digitalaccessibility@estes.org. Scope of Services Town assistance to various community organizations Base Funding Community Initiative Funding Town contribution to Fire District General Fund Food tax refund Sister Cities dues Outside Entity Funding Base Funding Identify organizations to support Each shown as a line item request Community Initiative Funding Determine allocation Call for project submissions Projects rated and ranked by full Board Outside Entity Funding 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Base Funding 249,500$ 244,500$ 244,500$ 332,000$ 287,000$ 302,000$ 322,000$ Community Initiative Funding 99,999$ 33,700$ 27,875$ 23,000$ 35,000$ 30,000$ 20,000$ Events Sponsorships 7,000$ 5,500$ 5,500$ 7,000$ 7,000$ 7,000$ -$ Total 356,499$ 283,700$ 277,875$ 362,000$ 329,000$ 339,000$ 342,000$ Outside Entity Funding Over Time - Policy 671 Items Base Funding Summary Entity 2025 Funding 2026 Request 2026 Staff Recs Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park 40,000$ 45,000$ 40,000$ Estes Arts District 21,000$ 46,000$ 21,000$ Estes Chamber of Commerce/EDWC 65,000$ 65,000$ 65,000$ Estes Nonprofit Network 25,000$ 50,000$ 25,000$ Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. N/A 45,000$ 20,000$ Estes Valley Crisis Advocates 29,000$ 34,000$ 29,000$ Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success 30,000$ 40,000$ 30,000$ Estes Valley Watershed Coalition 25,000$ 30,000$ 25,000$ Estes Park Salud Foundation 30,000$ 50,000$ 30,000$ Via Mobility Services 37,000$ 37,000$ 37,000$ Total 302,000$ 442,000$ 322,000$ $1,240,007 $1,279,916 $1,279,918 $327,501 $339,000 $342,000 $457,167 $11,000 $9,000 $68,138 $2,092,813 $1,629,916 $1,630,918 2024 Actual 2025 Revised 2026 Proposed Expenses = $1,630,918 Intergovernmental Support Outside Entity Funding Other Personnel Outside Entity Funding General Fund 101-1900 2026 Proposed Budget